Sessional Lecturer - GLB401Y1 Y Global Leadership: Capstone Project

Date Posted: 06/26/2025
Req ID: 43819
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Cross-Disciplinary Programs Office
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course title: GLB401Y1Y - Global Leadership: Capstone Project

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic sessional instructor to lead our Global Leadership capstone course, an intensive 8-month program designed to develop students' leadership capabilities in a global context. This role offers the opportunity to guide students through a transformative learning experience that combines theoretical foundations with practical application.

Course description: This culminating capstone course draws students together in a studio course to work on a group project with an external partner organization. Students will work in multidisciplinary teams, mentored by a faculty expert, to draw on content and experiences from their previous coursework and experience. The goal is for students to demonstrate leadership in addressing an issue that is active, real, and seen as having global reach, relevance, or implications. This course will challenge students to draw on their own learning to date, analogize to other fields where relevant, and to collaborate with peers to address complex questions. In addition to submitting a final capstone report, students will present their projects at an annual capstone event. This course will be delivered primarily online through synchronous/asynchronous delivery with specific in-person activities scheduled throughout the course. 

Estimated enrolment:  1 section with enrolment of 25 

Estimated TA support:   100 hrs

Course Schedule: 

LEC0101 - Mon 9:00-10:00 a.m..  Synchronous online delivery.

TUT0101 - Mon 10:00-11:00 a.m.. Synchronous online delivery.

Sessional dates of appointment:  Sept 1, 2025- April 30, 2026

Stipend: $20,000 (inclusive of vacation pay)

Minimum Requirements

• Professional graduate degree (MBA) or equivalent in Education, Global Studies, Leadership, International Relations, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of university-level teaching experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in online course delivery and learning management systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (PhD/EdD) in Education, Global Studies, Leadership, International Relations, or related field
• 3+ years of experience teaching undergraduate capstone or senior-level courses
• Proven track record of facilitating project-based and case-study learning methodologies in global or virtual teams.
• Evidence of teaching excellence through student evaluations or peer reviews
• Professional experience in international leadership roles, cross-cultural management, or global organizational development
• Experience with experiential learning approaches and student mentorship
• Multilingual capabilities and/or extensive international work experience

Duties: In a synchronous online environment, the lecturer will prepare for and deliver 13 weeks of lectures and tutorials; set assignments and term work assessments and in-person final assessment as appropriate; collate and submit marks; handle petitions after final marks have been submitted; communicating with students both inside and outside of class times.   Preparation of a deferred examination may also be required.  

Key Responsibilities

Course Design and Delivery

• Design and deliver engaging online lectures and interactive learning sessions according to the established schedule
• Develop comprehensive course materials including syllabus, marking schemes, and assessment rubrics in consultation with the Teaching Support group
• Create and implement innovative project-based learning experiences that challenge students to apply leadership concepts in global contexts
• Facilitate case study discussions and group projects that enhance cross-cultural understanding

Student Support and Assessment

• Provide regular office hours and maintain responsive communication with students through multiple channels (email, course website, discussion boards)
• Design and implement varied assessment methods including assignments, projects, presentations, quizzes, and capstone evaluations
• Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports student growth and learning objectives
• Mentor students through their capstone projects and leadership development journey

Course Administration

• Maintain and regularly update the course website on Quercus learning management system
• Coordinate with Teaching Assistants by developing clear duty breakdowns and providing ongoing supervision
• Oversee tutorial and lab delivery to ensure consistency with course objectives
• Manage comprehensive grading processes and ensure timely release of grades and feedback
• Conduct invigilation duties for examinations as required

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with faculty members and the Program Director to maintain course quality and alignment with program goals
• Seek approval for any substantial modifications to course content or assessment methods
• Participate in departmental meetings and professional development opportunities as appropriate
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Global Leadership program

Course Flexibility and Innovation

While instructors are expected to maintain the core content and pedagogical approach established by the program, there is significant opportunity for creative course delivery methods. We encourage innovative teaching strategies that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes, provided they align with program objectives and receive appropriate approval.

Closing Date: July 17, 2025, 11:59 p.m..

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should e-mail their comprehensive application including curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three professional references to:

Sharon Brown
Associate Director
Cross-Disciplinary Programs Office
Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
email: s.brown@utoronto.ca

Closing Date: 07/17/2025, 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.