Sessional Instructor: Academic Writing and Critical Thinking for ESL Students

6 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada OCAD University Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Sessional Instructor: Essay and the Argument: ELL, Faculty of Arts and Science

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced instructor to teach a course on academic writing and critical thinking for ESL students in the Faculty of Arts and Science at OCAD University.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach a course on academic writing and critical thinking for ESL students, focusing on grammar, composition, vocabulary building, and research writing and documentation of sources.
  • Develop and deliver course materials, including lectures, critiques, and grading.
  • Assess student learning and provide feedback.
  • Contribute to the development of the ESL program and participate in departmental meetings and activities.

Qualifications:

  • Terminal degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
  • Experience teaching at the post-secondary level, preferably in an ESL program.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and experience promoting a respectful and inclusive work and learning environment.

Terms of Employment: Sessional appointments are fixed-term annual contracts. Sessional compensation includes a per-course pay scale with salary level of $6,871.00 (per 0.5 credit course) plus 7% in lieu of benefits and vacation pay, per the provisions of the Employment Standards Act.

Application Requirements:

  • A letter of intent stating the candidate's interests in the areas of teaching and ESL instruction.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A statement of teaching philosophy that responds to the profile of the position.
  • A link or web address to a digital portfolio of recent and current work/publications (if applicable).
  • The names and contact information of three references.

Please upload all five components as one PDF. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please name your upload: FirstName_LastName-Job Code.



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