Sessional Instructional Assistant - HIS247H1-S The Second World War: A Global History

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for HIS247H1-S, offering 150 hours at $54.27 per hour. Candidates must have at least an M.A. in History and should be prepared for responsibilities including leading tutorials and grading. This position runs from January 1 to April 30, 2026, with a December 12, 2025 application deadline.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

Qualifications

• Minimum M.A. in History required with good knowledge of subject matter.
• Previous experience or training with Quercus is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Attend lectures and lead tutorials.
• Grade assignments and exams.
• Consult with supervisor/students and invigilate final exams.

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Sessional Instructional Assistant - HIS247H1-S The Second World War: A Global History

HIS247H1-S, L0101 The Second World War: A Global History

This course offers an introduction to the global history of the Second World War. It aims to expose students to historiographical debates regarding the war, the use of primary sources, and the scholarly and intellectual challenges that come with studying an event of this magnitude and horror. In general, students will examine the origins and causes of the conflict, survey the factors that shaped the course of the war, and consider how and why the fighting came to an end when it did. These broad approaches will be supplemented with consideration of specific examples from around the world.

Dates of Appointment

January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Qualifications

Minimum M.A. in History required: good knowledge of subject matter. Previous experience or training with Quercus is an asset.

Duties

Attend lectures, lead tutorials, grading assignments and exams; consulting with supervisor/students; invigilating final exams; other duties as needed in consultation with instructor.

Estimated hours per position: Approximately 150 hours

Rate of Pay: $54.27 per hour plus 4% vacation pay

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.

If you have any issues with submitting your application through the form above, please send your completed application to [e-mail] . Subject: HIS247H1-S SIA Position.

Deadline

Friday, December 12, 2025

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. We strongly 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.
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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] .