Math and Numeracy Instructor

Date Posted: 03/05/2024
Req ID: 36292
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM:RG Academic Skills Centre
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre–Math and Numeracy Instructor  

Nature of the assignment: The Math and Numeracy Instructors at the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre focused on mathematics, problem-solving, critical thinking, and reasoning skills in the Mathematics and Sciences disciplines.  

Assignment description: The position will primarily involve one-on-one instruction and conduct drop-in appointments with undergraduate students and may also deliver group instruction such as informal discussion groups and formal workshops at UTM.

Estimated number of positions available: 2 

Hours of Work (per position): 20 to 40 hours – subject to change 

Schedule Information: Variable in-person and synchronous hours from Monday to Friday from 9am –5pm. Synchronous appointments will be conducted online using the WCONLINE platform. In-person appointments will be held at the UTM Campus. Paid training on synchronous and/or asynchronous writing instruction is mandatory for all Writing Instructors who have not received training in the past four months and will be held in the first two weeks of May. 

Sessional Dates of Appointment: 1 May 2024 – 30 August 2024 (Summer semesters) 

Salary:       

$51.85/hour  (Writing Instructor 1)
$55.75/hour  (Writing Instructor 2)
$57.39/hour  (Writing Instructor 2 – Priority) 

All positions are subject to budgetary approval. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail. 

Minimum Qualifications:
- A completed graduate degree in Mathematics or Sciences
- Experience teaching critical thinking, problem-solving, and study skills in the Mathematics and Sciences disciplines
- Experience working one-on-one and in a small group setting, both in person and online, with Mathematics and Science students at a post-secondary institution
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate interactive workshops
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a highly collaborative setting
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Experience as a TA or instructor for mathematics or science post-secondary courses 

Preferred Qualification: Familiarity with course content of MAT102H, MAT133Y, MAT132/4H, MAT135/6H, MAT223H, and MAT232H, and foundational statistics is preferred. 

Application Process: Applicants should submit the following documents by Monday March 25, 2024 via email to [email protected]  

NOTE: Applications submitted to Success Factors will not be considered. Only applications submitted by email will be considered.

Closing Date: 03/25/2024, 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 Writing Instructor II or Writing Instructor III in accordance with 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.