Sessional Lecturer – LIN211H1S – American Sign Language 1

Title and number of the course: LIN211H1S – American Sign Language 1

Course description: This course is an introductory language course for students with little or no prior knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). It provides an immersive introduction to ASL, with a focus on basic vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and appropriate behaviours for everyday interactions in a variety of social situations. The language is taught through various immersive activities, such as lecture/discussion, interactive games, and situational conversations, supplemented with readings and videos. A significant emphasis throughout the course is placed on Deaf culture and issues facing the Deaf community.

Estimated TA Support: N/A

An estimate of the course enrolment: 45 undergraduates

Hours of Work: 140 hours

Class schedule: Lectures on Tuesday 18:00-20:00 & Thursday 18:00-19:00

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025.

• This course is scheduled to be online. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, this course may be delivered in-person, remotely/online, or by a combination of delivery methods as determined by the Faculty or Department at a later date.

Salary (includes vacation pay):

Sessional Lecturers I – $9,457.90

Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term) – $9,930.79

Sessional Lecturers II – $10,121.77

Sessional Lecturers II (Long Term) – $10,326.62

Sessional Lecturers III – $10,362.76

Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) – $10,570.02

• 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: The successful candidate will hold ASLTA or ASL Instructor certification (or equivalent) and have knowledge of Deaf culture and/or lived experience with a Deaf community. Documentation of native or near-native fluency in ASL is required; scores should be submitted from an ASL Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) or other assessment conducted by a qualified organization (e.g. the Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf, Gallaudet University, or the ASLTA). Evidence of prior successful teaching of ASL must be submitted along with the application (teaching evaluations, sample syllabi, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications: A Master’s or PhD in a relevant field is preferred. Previous experience working with Teaching Assistants/Graders is desirable. Excellent teaching evaluations and relevant active research are an asset.

A brief description of the duties: The Sessional Lecturer position involves the normal duties related to the design, teaching, and timely administration of a university credit course, including but not restricted to (i) preparation and delivery of course content, (ii) development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams, (iii) calculation and submission of grades, (iv) holding regular office hours.

Application Instructions: All individuals interested in these positions must submit a Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at https://www.cupe3902.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form-June-2012.pdf to linguistics@utoronto.ca. No paper submissions will be accepted.

Closing Date: August 7, 2024 11:59PM EDT

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.

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