Job Description

Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology

University of Toronto Mississauga

FALL 2025 Sessional Instructional Assistant Positions

Posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement

EMERGENCY POSTING

Posting Date: August 19, 2025 Closing Date: August 21, 2025

The following Sessional Instructional Assistant positions in the Fall 2025 term are currently available. For course description, schedule of classes and practical sessions, see the University of Toronto Timetable Builder at: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/. Faculty/Division:

University of Toronto Mississauga

. Session:

FALL 2025 (F)

. Department: Institute of

Communication, Culture, Information & Technology

.



The ICCIT invites applications from qualified candidates who are not current University of Toronto students.

Appointment dates:

September 1 to December 31, 2025 for 'F' courses.

Qualifications (unless specified):

Must have completed formal education/experience specific to the subject area. Must be familiar with Quercus. Demonstrated teaching excellence and advanced technological skills are required. For marking positions, candidates must be able to work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.

Duties: (Include but are not limited to one or more of the following

): Conducting in-person tutorials and maintaining scheduled office hours, student e-mail contact, grading, invigilating, and clerical duties. Practical invigilation is required. The mode of instruction for the courses is in-person.

How to Apply:

A separate application package is required for each course. The package for the course must include a single file in PDF format, containing the following:

Completed CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available here - https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/iccit/media/537/download?inline Cover Letter, Resume. Please send your application package to: Director, Institute of Communication, Culture, Information, and Technology at: ccitjobs@utoronto.ca .

Notices and job ads are located on:

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ICCIT website:

https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/iccit/employment-opportunities/work-us

University of Toronto - CUPE3902 (Unit 3) Emergency Posting Opportunities: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Mississauga-FALL-2025-Sessional-Instructional-Assistant-Positions-ON/594963517/


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September 1-December 31, 2025

PRA0101

Thursdays 9-10am

PRA0102

Wednesdays 5-6pm
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September 1-December 31, 2025

PRA0101

Fridays 11am-12pm

PRA0201

Fridays 2-3pm


Anticipated Course Enrolment: 96


Approximate Size of Appointment(s): 65 hours


Estimated Number of Positions: 2

CCT353H5F

Digital

Media

Production

I

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This foundational course is centred on the practical aspects of producing narrative, still, and time-based imagery in digital environments. Industry-standard workflows and delivery systems of digital media production, including photography, video, and audio production platforms will be explored.

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CCT360H5F Web Development and Design ll

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September 1-December 31, 2025

PRA0101

Mondays 6-9pm

PRA0102

Thursdays 6-9pm

PRA0103

Fridays 6-9pm
Anticipated Course Enrolment: 165
Approximate Size of Appointment(s): 75 hours
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September 1-December 31, 2025

PRA0101

Fridays 3-4pm

PRA0102

Fridays 4-5pm

PRA0103

Fridays 5-6pm
Anticipated Course Enrolment: 100
Approximate Size of Appointment(s): 45 hours
Estimated Number of Positions: 3-

Closing Date:

08/21/2025, 11:59PM EDT

Note:

Final availability of position is contingent upon final course determinations, enrolment, and budgetary considerations.



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





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 Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of 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.



All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.



As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility

Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.



The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.



If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.