Writing Instructor; Fall​/Winter

Position: Writing Instructor (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)
Position Details
Writing Instructor (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)

Date Posted: 5/21/2026

Req

Faculty/Division:
UofT Mississauga

Department: UTM:

RG Academic Skills Centre

Campus:
University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Existing Vacancy:
Yes

Nature of 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
8

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 September.

Sessional Dates of Appointment
1 September 2026 – 30 April 2027 (Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 semesters)

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

Closing Date
06/11/2026 11:59 PM EDT

Contact
Email: ac

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.

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

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