Winter 2026 Sessional Instructional Assistant Positions

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking Sessional Instructional Assistants for Winter 2026 to conduct tutorials and assist with grading. Candidates should demonstrate teaching excellence and technological proficiency, and have completed education in the relevant subject area. This role offers $54.27 per hour, along with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Must have original education considering the subject area.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence required.
• Must work well under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑person tutorials.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and student contact.
• Perform grading and invigilating.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Advanced technological skills

Familiarity with Quercus

Ability to work under time constraints

Adobe Photoshop proficiency

Adobe Illustrator proficiency

Education

Completed formal education or experience specific to the subject area

Graduate law degree (if applicable)

Job description

Winter 2026 Sessional Instructional Assistant Positions

Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology, University of Toronto Mississauga.

Posting Information

Posting Date: November 19, 2025. Closing Date: November 25, 2025.

The following positions are available for the Winter 2026 (S) term on the campus of the University of Toronto Mississauga.

Courses and Appointment Dates

• **CCT206H5S Law, Technology and Culture** – January 1 to April 30, 2026 (3 tutorials per week; 71 hours total, 3 positions).
• **CCT250H5S Foundations of Digital Design and Production** – January 1 to April 30, 2026 (1 tutorial on Tuesdays; 65 hours total, 1 position).
• **CCT404H5S Remote Work, Technology and Collaboration** – January 1 to April 30, 2026 (1 tutorial on Mondays; 41 hours total, 1 position).

Qualifications (unless specified)

• Completed formal education or experience specific to the subject area.
• Familiarity with Quercus.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and advanced technological skills.
• For marking positions, must work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Additional requirements per course (e.g., graduate law degree, technology‑law expertise, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator proficiency).

Responsibilities (unless specified)

Conduct in‑person tutorials and maintain scheduled office hours, student e‑mail contact, grading, invigilating, and clerical duties. Practical invigilation is required. Instruction mode is in‑person.

Application Process

Submit a separate application package for each course. The package must include a single PDF containing all required information and be sent to the Director, Institute of Communication, Culture, Information, and Technology at [e-mail].

Rate and Agreement

The rate of pay for a Sessional Instructional Assistant (SIA) is $54.27 per hour in accordance with CUPE 3902, Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is committed to building a culture of belonging. Applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities are encouraged. Applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion will receive priority.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes accessible and provide accommodations as required. If you require any accommodations, please contact [e-mail].