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APS163: Online Calculus For Engineers II

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Engineering
    Education & Teaching
  • Toronto
    Remote
  • 2d left

AI generated summary

  • You need an M.Sc. in Math or Engineering, experience teaching first-year calculus, and proficiency with Quercus. Familiarity with the UofT Engineering curriculum is a plus.
  • You will deliver online classes, hold office hours, set assignments and exams, coordinate teaching assistants, and grade final examinations.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications: At least a M.Sc. in either Mathematics or Engineering, with experience teaching first-year engineering calculus. The applicant should be very comfortable working with Quercus and be able to handle administrative duties that use its applications.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with existing calculus curriculum and experience teaching at UofT Engineering, particularly in first year courses, will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Delivering online classes
  • Providing scheduled office hours for students
  • Setting assignments, midterm, and final exam
  • Coordinating the work of the course teaching assistants
  • Grading final examination papers

FAQs

What is the posting end date for this job?

The posting end date is September 10, 2024.

How many positions are available for this course?

There is 1 position available for this course.

What is the estimated course enrolment?

The estimated course enrolment is 120 students.

When does the appointment for this position begin and end?

The dates of appointment are from September 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.

What is the expected weekly commitment for online teaching?

Students attend two online hours per week over eleven weekly sessions in the term.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include at least an M.Sc. in Mathematics or Engineering and experience teaching first-year engineering calculus.

Are there preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, familiarity with the existing calculus curriculum and experience teaching at UofT Engineering, particularly in first-year courses, are considered assets.

What are the primary duties of the instructor?

Duties include delivering online classes, providing office hours, setting assignments and exams, coordinating teaching assistants, and grading final examination papers.

How should applicants submit their application?

Applicants should submit a Unit 3 application form and application documents via the link found in the application form in one (1) file.

Is there support for accommodations during the application process?

Yes, if you require accommodation due to a disability during the application or selection process, you should contact Chanelle Small-Reid at istep.academic@utoronto.ca.

Who has priority in the hiring process?

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with the collective agreement.

Can undergraduate or graduate students apply for this position?

No, undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by a different collective agreement and should not apply for positions posted under this collective agreement.

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