Sessional Lecturer - GLBYY Global Leadership: Capstone Project; SL position

Date Posted: 06/18/2026
Req : 48644
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Cross-Disciplinary Programs Office
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

We are seeking a dynamic sessional instructor to co-teach (50% full-year SL position) 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.

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.

1 section with enrolment of 25

100 hrs

LEC
0101 - Wed 10:00-11:00 a.m.. Synchronous online delivery.

TUT
0101 - Wed 11:00 a.m.

-12:00 p.m.. Synchronous online delivery.

Sept 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027

$10,250 (inclusive of vacation pay)

• 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

• 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

In a synchronous online environment, the lecturer will work with the co-instructor to prepare for and deliver 24 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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…