Sessional Lecturer - TYP006H1F: English Composition 1

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

English Composition is a core course of the program that concentrates 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree