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Writing Instructor (Winter 2027) - EMERGENCY POSTING
@ University of Toronto
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
University of Toronto Mississauga's Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre is hiring one Writing Instructor for Winter 2027. The instructor will run individual appointments, drop-in sessions and occasional workshops on academic writing across disciplines. Pay is $56.46 to $62.48 per hour for 60 to 100 hours, with a Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm schedule on the UTM campus.
Pay:
$56.46–$62.48 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Individual and small-group writing appointments
- Drop-in writing studio sessions
- Online synchronous and asynchronous instruction
- Occasional academic writing workshops
Requirements summary:
- PhD in a relevant discipline
- Strong writing and oral communication skills
- Experience teaching writing or university courses
- Commitment to teaching communication and teamwork
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Education |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Doctorate (required) |
| Fields of study | Applied Linguistics, Communication, English, Education |
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Date Posted: 11/12/2026
Req ID: 51022
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM:RG Academic Skills Centre
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre, University of Toronto Mississauga – Writing Instructor
Nature of the assignment: The Writing Instructors at the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre support students individually and in small groups on university writing (e.g., genre conventions, reasoning, organization, style, and language use).
Assignment description: Instructors will meet with undergraduate and graduate students to discuss and provide feedback on academic writing assignments from a variety of disciplines (e.g., Forensic Science, Anthropology, Computer Science). Instructors will work with students individually and in small groups during appointment and drop-in sessions. Instructors may also be asked to deliver group instruction (e.g., workshops) on academic writing.
Estimated number of positions available: 1
Hours of Work (per position): 60 to 100 hours – subject to change
Schedule Information:
Instructors’ duties will include a combination of in-person writing appointments, in person drop-in Writing Studio, online synchronous, and online asynchronous instruction during the RGASC’s opening hours (Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm). In-person appointments will be held at the UTM Campus. The RGASC uses the WCONLINE platform for appointments. Paid training is mandatory for all instructors who have not received training in the past four months. Training will be held in the first two weeks of January.
Sessional Dates of Appointment: 1 January 2027 – 30 April 2027 (Winter 2027 semester)
Salary:
$56.46/hour (Writing Instructor 1)
$60.69/hour (Writing Instructor 2)
$62.48/hour (Writing Instructor 2 – Priority)
All positions are subject to budgetary approval. 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:
A PhD degree in an appropriate discipline (such as, but not limited to, Applied Linguistics, Communication, English, Education) with strong writing and oral communication skills.
Relevant experience teaching writing in one-on-one or small group settings or experience teaching university-level courses with a writing component.
A demonstrated commitment to teaching communication and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a writing centre
Experience in teaching English Language Learners at the university level
Experience with STEM writing
Application Process:Applicants should submit the following documents by Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM via email to [email protected]
an application form (a CUPE application form)
a statement of interest outlining suitability for the position and in-person availability Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm
an updated curriculum vitae
sample instructional materials
names and contact information for two referees
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Note: Applications submitted through SuccessFactors will not be considered.
Closing Date: 11/26/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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