S - Introduction to the Study of Religion (ONLINE) - Sessional Instructional Assistant

University of Toronto; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for an online course on the study of religion. The role involves teaching small tutorial sections, marking assignments, and holding office hours. Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field and have demonstrated effectiveness in teaching. The position offers $54.27 per hour, with work scheduled for Fridays. This is a great opportunity to contribute to an academic community committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must have a completed PhD or equivalent in the relevant topic area.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a teaching assistant is required.
• Ability to introduce students to diverse approaches is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach small tutorial sections and mark assignments.
• Hold scheduled office hours and invigilate exams.
• Perform other duties as determined by the supervisor.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Knowledge of religious studies

Ability to introduce diverse perspectives

Education

Completed PhD

Job description

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RLG101H5S - Introduction to the Study of Religion (ONLINE) - Sessional Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 12/16/2025
Req ID: 46431
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: Historical Studies
Campus:University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Course Description: Theories about the variety and nature of religious experience, personal and collective. How religious life is expressed in such forms as myth, narrative and ritual, systems of belief and value, morality and social institutions.24L/12T

Class Schedule : Mondays, 5:00–7:00 (ONLINE)

Hours of Work: Fridays, 9:00-3:00 (ONLINE)

Sessional Dates of Appointment : January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026

Salary : $54.27 per hour

Please note that should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a completed PhD or (for non- U. of T. graduate students) equivalent, with major field in the relevant topic area.

Demonstrated effectiveness as a teaching assistant, academic qualifications in the subject, ability to introduce students to a diverse range of approaches, and suitability for the position.

Description of Duties

Duties may include the teaching of small tutorial sections, marking of assignments, holding scheduled office hours and invigilation of exams; other duties as determined by the supervisor.

Application Instructions

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a completed CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Employment Application Form to Dr. B. Chrubasik, Chair, Department of Historical Studies: by e-mail to: [e-mail] . CV’s will be used to help determine an applicant’s mastery in the subject matter. Candidates should provide results of evaluations, when available.

(Please note, applicants are not required to create a profile or apply through on SucessFactors)

Closing Date:12/18/2025, 11:59PM EDT

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous. Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.