Sessional Instructional Assistant: SOC263H5S - Social Inequality

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

Job summary

A prestigious university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the course SOC263H5S: Social Inequality. The role requires at least a Master's degree in Sociology, a strong academic background, and prior teaching assistant experience. Responsibilities include attending lectures, holding office hours, and grading student work. The position is part-time with a rate of $55.25/hour plus vacation pay, from January 1 to April 30, 2026. Apply with a cover letter and CV by December 21, 2025.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an MA in Sociology or a related field.
• Record of excellence in subjects covered by the course.
• Demonstrated teaching experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Attend most of the lectures and grade student work.
• Hold office hours for students on campus.
• Perform other duties as needed in consultation with the instructor.

Skills

Record of excellence in Sociology

Demonstrated research skills

Strong communication skills

Education

MA in Sociology or related field

Job description

Sessional Instructional Assistant: SOC263H5S - Social Inequality

Course # and title: SOC263H5S: Social Inequality

Course description: This course examines the causes, prevalence and manifestations of social, political and economic inequalities, internationally and within Canada. The effects of gender, age, ethnicity-race, among other characteristics, are carefully analyzed in Canada and cross-culturally

Number of positions: 2

Estimated hours per position: 85 hours/each

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1 - April 30, 2026

Rate of pay: $55.25/hr + 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.

Candidates must have at least an MA in Sociology or related field. Must have record of excellence in the subjects covered in the course, demonstrated by referred published research, strong academic record and prior teaching assistantship experience.

Preferred qualification: Preference will be given to applicants with prior teaching assistant experience in the subject area.

Description of duties:

• Attend most of the lectures (about 6 each)
• Hold office hours for students on campus (TBD with Instructor)
• Grade student work inlcuding assignments, final exams, papers, etc.
• Other duties as needed in consultation with the course instructor.

Application instructions:

Application should include a cover letter briefly outlining your qualifications for the position (e.g. prior experience, courses completed, etc.), CV and any relevant information (supporting documentation, etc.). Applications must be submitted to the Chair c/o [e-mail] . Only complete applications received on or by the deadline will be considered.

Posting End Date: December 21, 2025

Closing Date: December 21, 2025, 11:59PM EDT

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.

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.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening 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 seehttp://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 [e-mail] .