Sessional Lecturer - TYP006H1F: English Composition 1

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university is looking for a Sessional Lecturer for English Composition in the Transitional Year Programme. The role involves preparing course materials, providing academic support, and assessing student performance. Candidates should have a strong academic background and a commitment to equity in education.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Transitional Year Programme student supports.
• Teaching experience at the university level preferred.
• Experience with anti-oppression and social-justice approaches.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of a course syllabus and materials for English Composition.
• Conducting office hours for student counseling.
• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams.

Skills

Knowledge of curriculum

Student advising

Commitment to equity

Education

Completed or nearly completed PhD in English

Tools

Quercus

Job description

Date Posted:06/06/2025
Req ID: 43145

Faculty/Division:Vice Provost, Students
Department: Transitional Year Programme
Campus:St. George (Downtown)

Course Description: English Composition is a core course of the program thatconcentrates on improving students’ confidence and abilities in expressing themselves, and has the particular objective of equipping them to write university assignments. The course also aims to improve students’ reading and analytic skills.

Minimum Qualifications:Completed or nearly completed Phd in English or related discipline with in-depth knowledge of Transitional Year Programme (TYP) student supports, curriculum, and culture. Demonstrated commitment to equity and anti-oppressive/social-justice approaches to education. Familiarity with Quercus and online/remote instructional methods. Previous coursework in English and academic writing fundamentals.

Preferred Qualifications:Teaching experience at the university level preferred. Previous work experience, and/or coursework relating to anti-oppression and/or social-justice approaches to post-secondary education. In-depth knowledge of the University of Toronto community and University of Toronto student experience an asset. Knowledge of/experience with adult education and the University of Toronto. Experience advising students and providing academic support.

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a brief written screening question and/or an interview. No other offers or notices of the outcome of the applications are authorized.

Duties:

The duties as governed by Article 7:03 of the Collective Agreement between the Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) 3902 Unit 3 will include:

• Preparation of a course syllabus for TYP006H1F.
• Preparation and presentation of course materials for lectures and tutorials to help students succeed in academic writing and academic skills building, including time management, note taking, study skills, preparation for writing, dealing with the stresses and complications of academic writing.
• Schedule and conduct weekly office hours to offer counselling for students with respect to academic progress and assist them in obtaining appropriate counseling for non-academic matters.
• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration
• Supervision of assigned TA support
• Evaluating attendance and course participation for teaching TYP006H1F.
• Attending regularly scheduled faculty and staff meetings.
• Submitting marks for assessments associated with TYP006H1F.

Salary:$9,820.70 (inclusive of vacation pay)

Estimated Course Enrolment:25

Class Schedule: TBD

Sessional Dates:The course will be offered over the fall term (September 2025 - December 2025)

TO APPLY:Submit your cover letter, CV/Resume, and teaching statementin the same PDF document to '[e-mail]'.Include ‘TYP006H1F - English Composition SL Application’ in the subject line.

Closing Date: 06/20/2025, 11:59PM EDT
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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.