Sessional Lecturer - EDST 3160U - Developing Literacy - Fall 2025

Ontario Tech University; Oshawa; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution seeks a Sessional Lecturer for the EDST 3160U - Developing Literacy course. The role includes preparing, delivering, and grading course materials while utilizing inclusive teaching strategies in an online format. A Master’s degree in Education and experience in developing literacy skills are essential. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates, with priority given to Canadian citizens and residents.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Experience in developing literacy and communication skills in young children.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach a course in the BA EDST Program.
• Deliver course using inclusive teaching strategies.
• Prepare and grade all course materials and assignments.

Skills

Theoretical background in developing literacy

Designing interactive online environments

Openness to diverse perspectives

Commitment to inclusive teaching strategies

Experience coordinating Teaching Assistants

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Education

Job description

Sessional Lecturer - EDST 3160U - Developing Literacy - Fall 2025

Tracking Code:req1688

Frazer Faculty of Education

Number of Sections: 1

Appointment Type:Limited Term

Salary Grade:Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date:July 31, 2025

Closing Date: August 26, 2025(7:00 pm EST)

Course Name and Number:EDST 3160U -Developing Literacy

Location of classes:Synchronous and Asynchronous Online

Course Start Date: September 2, 2025

Course End Date: December 19, 2025

Reporting to the Dean and working in close collaboration with the BA EDST Program Director, the Sessional Lecturer provides instruction to undergraduate students in the BA EDST Program within the Frazer Faculty of Education.

To view this course description, please click the following link and enter the course code from above: https://calendar.ontariotechu.ca.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

The primary responsibility of the applicant is to (develop and) teach a theoretically, methodologically sophisticated and relevant course at the university level within the parameters of the course description listed above. In keeping with a technology-enhanced learning environment utilizing laptop computers and wireless connectivity, the Sessional Lecturer will deliver the course using a technology-enhanced learning approach that includes a variety of inclusive teaching and learning strategies and assessments. The Sessional Lecturer will prepare, deliver and grade all course material and assignments and be available for consultation with students during and following completion of the course session.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and PSAC. The collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website.Candidates will be required to certify that they are currently legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the contract.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellent teaching contributions with a proven aptitude for teaching at the undergraduate level.

Required Skills:

• Strong evidence demonstrating theoretical and practical background in developing and delivering interactive and inclusive programs grounded in research focused on multiple literacies and communication skills in young children
  
• High level of skill in designing and leading interactive asynchronous and synchronous online environments using authentic assessment strategies
  
• Openness to new and diverse perspectives of teaching and learning in undergraduate/graduate Education programs
  
• A proven commitment to providing innovative and inclusive teaching strategies in large and diverse classes, using e-learning platforms
  
• Experience coordinating and supervising Teaching Assistants as applicable
  
• Excellent organizational skills are needed to effectively manage course delivery, the marking of assignments and exams and the ability respond to student enquiries in a timely manner

Education:

• A Master’s degree in Education or course-related discipline is required
  

Experience:

Preference will be given to applicants with:

• demonstrated teaching excellence experiences in developing literacy & communication skills in young children in a play-based learning environment and proactively advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching and learning.
  
• experience teaching online with synchronous and asynchronous components, using a Problem-based learning model
  

Priority will be given to an Internal Applicant who has taught any course for the University in three (3) different sessions in the past thirty-six (36) months, provided they meet the requirements for the position as outlined in the job posting.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepteduntil August 26, 2025or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contactJulie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist.For more informationabout the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’sAccessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of theMississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:Oshawa, ON, Canada