Sessional Lecturer PSY210H5 S - Introduction to Developmental Psychology

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

Job summary

University of Toronto Mississauga is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for PSY210H5 S - Introduction to Developmental Psychology. The course explores how children learn, with an interdisciplinary focus on cognitive, biological, social and cultural factors. Commitment to diversity and equity is emphasized.

Responsibilities include preparing and delivering content, creating course materials, evaluating students, and supervising teaching assistants. Appointment from January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a Ph.D degree or be in the final stages of a PhD.
• Hiring will be based on teaching experience in this course or similar courses, academic qualifications and suitability for the position.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course content; creation of course material; development and administration of assignments, tests and examinations.
• Supervision of teaching assistants for tutorials, grading and marking student work; submission of final grades; maintain reasonable hours for student contact outside scheduled hours.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Education

Ph.D. candidate or Ph.D. in Psychology

Job description

Sessional Lecturer PSY210H5 S - Introduction to Developmental Psychology

Date Posted: 10/22/2026

Req ID: 50686

Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga

Department: UTM:Dept of Psychological&Brain Sciences

Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description: PSY210H5 S - Introduction to Developmental Psychology

How do children learn to interact with the world around them; to communicate, solve problems, establish moral principles, form meaningful relationships, and develop a sense of self? In this course, you will take an interdisciplinary approach to understanding how a child’s mind and brain develop through exploration of cognitive, biological, social, and cultural factors. At the end of this course, you will have developed an understanding of the theoretical, experimental, ethical, and psychological foundations of developmental psychology.

Prerequisites: PSY100Y5

Exclusions: PSY210H1 or PSYB20H3 or PSYB21H3

Estimated course enrolment: 320

Estimated TA support: 350 hours

Class schedule: In-person on Thursday from 15:00 to 18:00 (See ttb.utoronto.ca)

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027

Salary (In accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement):

• $9,997.48 for Sessional Lecturer I
• $10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
• $10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer II
• $10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term
• $10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer Ill
• $11,228.90 for Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term

Stipend rates are inclusive of vacation pay. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D degree or be in the final stages of a PhD. The decision on hiring will be based on previous teaching experience in this course or other similar courses, academic qualifications and suitability for the position.

Description of duties: Preparation and delivery of course content; creation of course material, development and administration of assignments, tests and examinations; the supervision of teaching assistants for leading tutorials, grading and marking student work; submission of final grades to appropriate University officials in accordance with policy; the maintenance of reasonable hours for student contact outside of scheduled contact hours.

Closing Date: 11/02/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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.

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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