Sessional instructional assistant - phl271h5 s - emergency posting

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

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the Winter 2026 session. The candidate will run weekly tutorials, prepare for classes, and assist with grading for the course 'Ethics and the Law'. Applicants should have a BA in philosophy or equivalent, along with prior TA experience. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of $54.27 and emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Evidence of good prior knowledge of the course subject matter.
• Familiarity with tutorial preparation and grading.

Responsibilities

• Run weekly one-hour tutorials.
• Prepare for tutorials and grading.
• Attend training sessions and meetings related to the course.

Skills

Prior experience as a TA

Knowledge of ethics and law

Good communication skills

Education

BA in philosophy or equivalent

Job description

Sessional Instructional Assistant - PHL271H5 S - EMERGENCY POSTING

Date Posted: 12/17/2025

Req ID: 46445

Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga

Department: UTM: Philosophy

Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description: Moral issues in the law, such as civil liberties and police powers, censorship, civil disobedience, the death penalty, inequality, paternalism and the constitutional protection of human rights. Case studies from Canadian law.

Posting Date: December 17, 2025

Closing Date: December 19, 2025

Position Summary

The following position for a Sessional Instructional Assistant is available in the Department of Philosophy for the Winter 2026 academic session. This is an emergency posting in accordance with the Collective Agreement between The Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 3902 Unit 3. Please note that the position below is tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments. All applicants who wish to be considered must submit a CUPE 3902 application form, cover letter, and updated curriculum vitae to [e-mail].

Salary

In accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the rate of pay for a Sessional Instructional Assistant will be $54.27 per hour. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Course

PHL271H5S - Ethics and the Law

Position Type

SIA

Size of Appointment

100 hours

Dates of Appointment

January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

• BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject‑matter of the course.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject‑matter of the course.

Duties

• Running one or more one‑hour long tutorials each week.
• Preparation for tutorials and grading.
• Grading.
• Attending training sessions/meetings with the course.
• Completion of any course grading not already finished by April 30, 2026.

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. 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].