Sessional Lecturer - EDS285H5S The Future of Ed Tech: Active Learning Classrooms and AI

University of Toronto - Woodsworth College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto – Woodsworth College seeks a Sessional Lecturer for EDS285H5S: The Future of Ed Tech, Active Learning Classrooms and AI. The role involves designing and teaching a university credit course, engaging with students during office hours, and assessing coursework within the CUPE 3902 framework.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Education with specialization in Education Technology and has a background in AI, immersive technologies, gaming, and VR.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Education with expertise in Education Technology.
• Background in artificial intelligence, immersive technology, gaming, and VR.
• Experience teaching this course or similar university-level courses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• All normal duties related to design and teaching of a university credit course.
• Prepare and deliver course content; interact with students via email and office hours.
• Develop and mark assignments, tests, exams; calculate and submit grades.

Skills

Education Technology

AI

VR

Immersive Tech

Education

Ph.D. in Education

Job description

Sessional Lecturer - EDS285H5S The Future of Ed Tech: Active Learning Classrooms and AI

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Course Number And Title

EDS285H5S The Future of Ed Tech: Active Learning Classrooms and AI

Course Description

This course will explore research on emerging digital models, learning pods, platforms, apps and policies that seek to further customize, enhance and bring greater equity to education through technology. From the initiation of open courseware, to the inception of virtual reality, artificial intelligence, ALC classrooms, makerspaces and the “shared economy”, this course will foster a culture of digital innovation to investigate, accelerate, test and study new possibilities and advancements in the field of educational technology.

Estimated course enrolment

55

Estimated TA support

None

Class schedule

Mon­days (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

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Sessional dates of appointment

January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027

Salary

Sessional Lecturer I - $9,997.48 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,228.90 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in Education with expertise and specialization in Education Technology.

Background in artificial intelligence, immersive technology, gaming, and virtual reality (VR) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching this course, or a similar course at the university level is preferred.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and SessionalLecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.

Description Of Duties

All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; ordering of all necessary readings; supervision of TAs (if any) assigned to the course.

Applications Must Include

• Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant’s background and experience give them mastery of the topic)
• Current academic CV
• Most recent course evaluations (if any)

The deadline to apply is November 20, 2026.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

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].

Indigenous Substantiation Process

The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website.

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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

CUPE 3902 (Unit 3) Opportunities