Sessional Instructional Assistant- LIN211H1S - American Sign Language 1 EMERGENCY POSTING

Date Posted: 07/31/2026
Req ID: 49651
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Linguistics
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Title and number of the course: LIN211H1S – American Sign Language 1

Course description: This course is an introductory language course for students with little or no prior knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). It provides an immersive introduction to ASL, with a focus on basic vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and appropriate behaviours for everyday interactions in a variety of social situations. The language is taught through various immersive activities, such as lecture/discussion, interactive games, and situational conversations, supplemented with readings and videos. A significant emphasis throughout the course is placed on Deaf culture and issues facing the Deaf community.

An estimate of the course enrolment: 35 undergraduates

Hours of Work: 2 @ 55 hours each

Class schedule: Online Asynchronous

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027

* This course is scheduled to be online. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, this course may be delivered in-person, remotely/online, or by a combination of delivery methods as determined by the Faculty or Department at a later date.

Salary: $55.25 per hour

*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: The successful candidate must be fluent in ASL and English. Documentation of native or near-native fluency in ASL is required. They must also have knowledge of Deaf culture and/or lived experience with a Deaf community. For ASL, the minimum level of proficiency required is Level 5 of ASLPI. Additionally, familiarity with various ASL curriculums, such as Signing Naturally and TRUE+WAY ASL (TWA), is essential.

Preferred Qualifications: A Master's or PhD in a relevant field is preferred. Previous experience teaching at UofT in LIN211/LIN212 is preferred. Excellent teaching evaluations and relevant active research are an asset.

A brief description of the duties: The Sessional Instructional Assistant position include grading of assignments, tests, and exams, invigilation of tests/exams, and, if applicable, the teaching of tutorials. The work of the sessional instructional assistant may include assisting instructors with design and implementation of assignments, tests, and exams. Timely email communication with the instructor is essential. This course will be delivered online.

Application Instructions: All individuals interested in these positions must submit a Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at https://www.linguistics.utoronto.ca/sites/www.linguistics.utoronto.ca/files/Unit-3-Application-Form%20-%20May%202024%20-%20Fillable.pdf to linguistics@utoronto.ca. No paper submissions will be accepted.

Closing Date: 08/17/2026, 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 Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Candidates who are membes of Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encourages to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

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.