Sessional lecturer - mat135h1s lec5101 - calculus i - emergency posting

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer to teach Calculus I. This role requires a Master's degree in Mathematics and teaching experience. Responsibilities include lecturing, preparing materials, and grading. The ideal candidate must have a solid understanding of course material, effective communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. The appointment period is from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026. The university values diversity and encourages applications from a variety of backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics or related field required.
• Significant teaching experience required.
• Ability to manage course responsibilities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing and conducting office hours.
• Preparing materials and grading assignments.
• Collaborating with other instructors on course syllabi.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of course material

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Master’s or higher degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics

Job description

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Date Posted: 12/05/2025

Req ID: 46348

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Dept of Mathematics

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description

Course Description: (MAT135H1S, Calculus I): The following concepts will be studied: Limits, asymptotes, continuity, derivatives, linear approximation of functions, the notion of a differential equation (DE) and a solution of a DE, slope fields, and Euler's method. https://ttb.utoronto.ca/

Estimate of the course enrolment: 220

Estimate of TA Support: 275 hours; allocation of TA hours is based on enrolment numbers.

Class Schedule: Mondays, 5:00-7:00pm; Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00pm. You are required to be located in geographical proximity to the applicable University premises in order to attend and perform your duties on University premises as of the Starting Date.

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

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.

Qualifications

Master’s (or higher) degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics or Mathematics Education required. Teaching experience required. Knowledge of course material, being responsible and able to keep deadlines are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing
• Conducting office hours
• Preparing class materials / tutorials / tests / exams
• Grading assignments / exams
• Communicating with TAs
• Attending orientation meetings and course organizational meetings
• Additional duties as directed by the Undergraduate Administrator or the Associate Chair, Undergraduate
• Collaborating with other instructors in creating the syllabus, determining the course structure, and creating and marking the final assessment

There is an expectation that the different sections of a multi-section course will function similarly: they will normally have the same syllabus and assessment plan, and will have common midterm exams and final exam. Problem sets and quizzes should be common, or at least similar/interchangeable, and should operate at a similar level with a similar approach. Normally, classes, tests and tutorials will be conducted in person.

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].