Sessional Lecturer - CSC491H1S - Capstone Design Project

University Of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is looking for a Sessional Lecturer in Computer Science for a capstone design project course. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, managing course administration, and supervising teaching assistants. Candidates must have a graduate degree in Computer Science and teaching experience at the university level. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work within an interactive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in the course topic area required.
• Teaching experience at the university level or equivalent industry level required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering lectures in-person as scheduled.
• Handling course administration, including grading and maintaining the course website.
• Providing contact time outside of class via office hours, email, or online platforms.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in Computer Science

Job description

Date Posted:
07/31/2025
Req ID: 44591
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Computer Science
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course number and title: CSC491H1S - Capstone Design Project, LEC5101

Please note, this position is a 0.5 FCE appointment.

Course description: This course is designed and delivered by industry experts from the Software/Tech fields. Students will work with teammates from CSC454H1 to develop a marketable startup on a selected theme. The class will be small and highly interactive. You will work to develop working software industry best practices. You are expected to have experience writing software and be able to learn on the go.

Reference: artsci.calendar.utoronto.ca/course/csc491h1

Estimated course enrolment: 40 students

Estimated TA support: one 60-hour TA position for every 30 students

Class schedule: Thursdays 18:00-21:00

*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently in-person. The section delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

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

Salary: Sessional Lecturer I = $14,125.85; Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term = $15,794.49; Sessional Lecturer II = $15,794.49; Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term = $16,906.58; Sessional Lecturer III = $16,906.58; Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term = $17,440.58;

Please note that if rates in the collective agreement vary from those stated, the rates in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Computer Science or a closely related field required.
• Demonstrated expertise in the course topic area required.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills required.
• Teaching experience at the university level or equivalent industry level required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous experience teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Science preferred.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and delivering lectures in-person as scheduled.
• Handling course administration: maintaining the course website, developing marking schemes, planning tutorials, assessments, and grading.
• Providing contact time outside of class via office hours, email, or online platforms.
• Supervising TAs and managing grading.
• Invigilating exams and managing grades and feedback.
• Following faculty-approved course content and assessment methods, consulting with department support as needed.

Application instructions:

Submit your application via the provided form: https://forms.office/r/ah4pRCCj4x. Include your CV and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at https://oft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form. For questions, email: sessional_lecturercs.toronto.edu.

Additional notes:

The university strives to accommodate applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, email: sessional_lecturercs.toronto.edu.

Closing Date: 08/26/2025, 11:59PM EDT

This posting is in accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Some vacancies are tentative pending final course and enrollment decisions. Rates may vary according to the collective agreement. Preference is given to qualified individuals at Sessional Lecturer II or III rank. Students and postdoctoral fellows covered under different agreements should not apply. Equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and lived experience will be considered.