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Math Background Tutorials Sessional Instructional Assistant (SIA)

Date Posted: 05/23/2025
Req ID: 43075
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

 

Description:

Math Background Tutorials (MBT) is a workshop designed to help incoming and current students prepare for university-level math and numeracy courses. It aims to ensure a smooth transition and to help students succeed in university math courses. Students will prepare for university coursework by getting a comprehensive review of essential concepts in algebra, trigonometry, and functions as well as discover effective study techniques and problem-solving strategies.

Positions: up to 6 positions available

Estimated Course Enrolment: 150-200

Schedule:

     Training: July 24 and 25 from 10am to 4pm.

Program dates: 2-hour sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in August (Aug 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28) or 1-week intensive August 18-21st, 10am to 4pm.

**Note the above schedule is subject to change in accordance with program needs.

Salary: $53.31/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:

This position is open to individuals who have demonstrated a sound knowledge of Calculus with Trigonometry. TA experience in a first-year calculus at the University of Toronto Mississauga is a requirement. Individuals selected for this role must be available for and attend all training sessions (in person at UTM July 24 and 25).

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of linear algebra and probability. Demonstrated experience working with first-year university students.

For this position, prior experience is more important than the opportunity to gain experience.

Description of Duties:

The Sessional Instructional Assistant (SIA) will:

·       Participate in a two-day training session prior to the beginning of the MBT Workshop.

·       Facilitate daily or twice weekly tutorial sessions following the MBT workshop methodology for the duration of the MBT Workshop and participate in a daily debrief at the end of each session.

·       Grade quizzes and assist students in solving problems during sessions.

Application Process:

Applicants can send a cover letter, CV, and completed CUPE Unit 3 Employment Application Form to academicskills.utm@utoronto.ca.

Applications submitted to SuccessFactors will not be considered.

Closing Date: 06/13/2025, 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

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