Academic Writing Educator

4 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Of Toronto Full time

Position Overview:

The University of Toronto is seeking applications for the role of Writing Skills Instructor. This position involves engaging with students across various academic disciplines who require assistance with their writing assignments.

Instructors may also facilitate group sessions focused on enhancing general writing abilities or specialized writing skills pertinent to different fields of study.

Available Positions:
3-5

Work Hours:


Contracts will vary based on the instructor's experience, availability, and the needs of the institution, typically ranging from 50 to approximately 200 hours, with the possibility of additional hours if demand increases.

Scheduling:

Hours will be arranged by mutual agreement, tailored to the requirements of the institution.

Appointment Duration:

Positions are available for the academic year.

Compensation:

Writing Skills Instructor 1:
$53.41 per hour, plus vacation pay
Long Term:
$56.07 per hour, plus vacation pay
Writing Skills Instructor 2:
$57.42 per hour, plus vacation pay
Long Term:
$58.58 per hour, plus vacation pay
Writing Skills Instructor 2 (Priority): $59.11 per hour, plus vacation pay
Long Term:
$60.29 per hour, plus vacation pay


In the event of discrepancies between the rates listed in this posting and those in the collective agreement, the collective agreement rates will take precedence.

Minimum Qualifications:


A Master's degree along with relevant experience in one-on-one writing instruction and/or teaching university courses that emphasize writing instruction is required; possessing both types of experience is highly advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications:


A PhD, familiarity with the institution's specific programs and student demographics, and training in writing instruction across various disciplines, including second-language instruction at the university level.

Responsibilities:


The primary responsibility of instructors in the Writing Centre is to provide individualized tutoring to students on university-level writing across all disciplines, focusing on aspects such as topic response, source utilization, organization, argumentation, style, and language proficiency.

Instructors may also assist students with study skills, including time management, note-taking, and exam preparation.

Contracts for instructors will encompass tutoring responsibilities and may also include opportunities for conducting workshops or webinars on writing and study skills.

Application Process:


Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, a completed application form, a curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, and a brief writing sample (maximum four pages) to the Director of the Centre.


Subject Line:
Application for pool of Writing Instructors, CUPE Unit 3
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