Sessional Instructor Assistant

University of Toronto - Woodsworth College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the Summer 2026 semester. The role requires expertise in Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, including grading assignments and exams. Candidates should have completed MAF2006H or equivalent courses with distinction, and a Master's degree is preferred. The position offers a pay rate of $53.92 and emphasizes commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Completed MAF2006H or equivalent portfolio management courses with distinction.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Completed all three levels of the CFA exam preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare marking rubrics and conduct grading.
• Provide detailed feedback and comments on assignments.
• Record grades for midterm and final exams.

Skills

Portfolio risk management

Portfolio performance evaluation

Behavioral finance

Teaching assistant experience

Education

Master's Degree

Completed MAF2006H or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

MAccFin Sessional Instructional Assistant – Summer 2026. The following positions for Sessional Instructional Assistants are available in the Department of Management Scarborough for Summer academic session.

Summer 2026 Session Dates: May 4, 2025 – August 31, 2025 or May 4, 2025 – July 31, 2025. Note: All positions involve completion of all course grading.

Description

MAF2006H – Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management II – Summer 2026

This course is the second part of Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, portfolio risk management, portfolio performance evaluation and attribution, behavioural finance, and various types of alternative investments (e.g., hedge funds, private equities and venture capitals, commodities, and real estate investments). In delivering the above topics, current research findings will also be shared with students. Additionally, the course will employ case studies extensively. Since delegated portfolio management is a main theme of the course, emphasis will be placed on adhering to ethical standards when dealing with clients.

Credit Value (FCE) 0.50. Prerequisites: MAF2001H, MAF2002H and MAF2003H. Campus: Scarborough. Delivery Mode: In Class.

Minimum Qualifications

Completed MAF2006H or equivalent portfolio management courses with distinction (“A”).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Completed all three levels of the CFA exam
• Previous graduate‑level TA experience is preferred

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties

Prepare marking rubrics, conduct marking and provide detailed comments (both oral and written) to students on case assignments, midterm and final exams, and record the grades. Provide detailed feedback on students’ performance and learning strategies to the instructor.

Closing Date

12/08/2025, 11:59 PM 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. 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].

Job Segment

Private Equity, Risk Management, CFA, Equity, Finance, Research

Additional Information

Applications will only be accepted online through the CUPE Hiring portal: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/mgtg/app/sia. Payrate: $53.92 according to CUPE Local 3902, Unit 3 Wages https://people.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CUPE-U3-rates-2024-2027-20250409-for-web.pdf. Faculty/Division: School of Graduate Studies. Department: UTSC:Dept-Management. Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC). Req ID: 46786. Date posted: 12/01/2025.