SL356138-Winter 2026-UNIV*6800 University Teaching: Theory and Practice

Sessional Lecturer Work Assignment
Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2
Academic Unit: 
Office of Teaching & Learning
Semester(s) of Assignment(s): 
Winter 2026
Number of Available Work Assignment(s) / Sections: 
1
Level of Work Assignment(s): 
1
Right of First Refusal (RoFR)
A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?
A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course: 
No
Course Details
Course Number: 
UNIV*6800
Course Name: 
University Teaching: Theory and Practice
Course Format: 
Online Synchronous
Course Description: 
See Course Calendar
Other Course Description or Assignment Information: 
1) In conjunction with the Associate Director of Teaching and Learning, develop a course outline in keeping with the course description provided above, to be reviewed/approved by the Associate Director one week before the start of classes. Any significant changes to an outline, including but not limited to a change in textbook or assessment strategies, must be approved by the Associate Director. (2) Course should be designed and delivered within an inclusive and accessible learning environment consistent with the principles of Universal Instructional Design (see: https://opened.uoguelph.ca/student-resources/Universal-Instructional-Design). (3) Preparation and delivery of the course material in an organized and effective manner. (4) Creation and maintenance of CourseLink site, including readings (imported from the ARES Course Reserves System) and discussion board monitoring where appropriate. (5) Effective and professional communication. (6) Provide office hours and prompt student email consultation, including student emails and concerns, as required. (7) Accurate, consistent, and timely grading within a 2-week period. The use of a grading rubric is recommended. (8) Provide meaningful and constructive feedback (9) Submission of a final and deferred exam, if applicable, to the Department ahead of the exam period. (10) Invigilate final exam if there is a final exam. Must be available for the entirety of the final exam period. (11) Timely and accurate submission of final grades as per departmental deadline. (12) Health and Safety online courses, if not previously completed. (13) Following the end of the semester, as per Article 14.10(a) in the CUPE 3913 Unit 2 Collective Agreement, you may also be requested to perform work as outlined therein, including deferrals. Reimbursement will be paid in accordance with Schedule ‘B’ of the Collective Agreement upon submission of the extra hours and dates worked to the Associate Director provided the Associate Director and Sessional previously agreed to the specific work/hours/dates. Applicants may be invited to an interview. Applicants are encouraged to provide contact information for a least two references as additional evidence of subject area knowledge, teaching effectiveness, and other qualifications.
Projected Class Enrolment: 
40
Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities
Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities: 
Orientation-Training
Preparation
Student Consultation
Lecturing
Email Correspondence/Monitoring
Conducting Labs/Seminars
Grading
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Degree: 
Masters related to field
Prior Teaching Experience: 
Successful teaching related to field at college or university level
Course, lab, tutorial, or TAship with instructional responsibility, including online synchronous facilitation
Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content: 
Strong communication skills, experience teaching and grading and knowledge of CourseLink are required. Demonstrated knowledge of artificial intelligence and its impact on teaching, learning and assessment Demonstrated knowledge of core pedagogy in higher ed: inclusive/UDL design, active learning, lesson planning, assessment alignment, and feedback for learning. Skill in coaching/mentoring novice instructors: facilitating micro-teaching, guiding peer observation, and using rubrics to give actionable feedback. SoTL literacy: ability to help students critically read and apply teaching-and-learning scholarship. Technological fluency for online teaching (e.g., CourseLink, videoconferencing, collaborative tools); ability to model good digital pedagogy. Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and Decolonization and Indigenous engagement in teaching consistent with University of Guelph frameworks and AODA.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree: 
ABD related to field
PhD related to field
Candidate has held has experience with course and assessment design.
Research Experience: 
Quality and or Recent Research activity in related field demonstrating knowledge of current developments in course content.
Specific Preferred competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content: 
PhD or ABD in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Discipline-based Education Research, or disciplinary field with a pedagogy focus). Track record of curriculum/assessment design (e.g., outcome mapping, rubric development, transparent assignment design) and/or facilitating instructor development (ISW facilitator, workshops, TA programs). Evidence of SoTL engagement (publications, presentations, or applied projects). Experience supporting inclusive and accessible course design (UDL, trauma-informed practice, academic integrity by design, authentic assessment). Familiarity with U of G learning technologies and context (CourseLinkL, FeedbackFruits or similar). Experience mentoring graduate students and TAs; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Days Required and Wages
Days and Times Required: 
Tuesdays 8:30 - 11:20
Period of the Work Agreement (Start Date and End Date): 
January 2, 2026 to April 28, 2026
Wages (per semester, per full-load): 
minimum $8,838.51 (effective 2025/26)
Other Posting Information
Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day): 
Monday, October 27, 2025
Posting Email Contact: 
teaopen@uoguelph.ca
Hiring Contact Information: 
Sara Fulmer - Associate Director, Office of Teaching and Learning

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.
SL work assignments are unionized with CUPE3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 2 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: president@cupe3913.on.ca).

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.