Sessional Lecturer - PLIC24H3F First Language Acquisition
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Date Posted: 06/25/2026
Req ID: 49074 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department: UTSC:Dept-Language Studies Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Description: PLIC24H3 - First Language Acquisition - Fall 2026 Course description: Descriptions of children's pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar at various stages of learning their first language. Theories of the linguistic knowledge and cognitive processes that underlie and develop along with language learning. Application Instructions: PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/ls/app/slSalary: In accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be:Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.47Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term: $10,699.21Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.21Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term: $10,953.96Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.95Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term: $11,228.90Please 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.Appointment Dates: September 8, 2026 to December 23, 2026 Sessional Dates (including exam periods): https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/registrar/fall-2026-winter-2027-academic-dates Course Schedule and Delivery Method listed on our Timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ Course Enrollment (est.): 60 Number of Positions (est.): 1 TA Support (est.): 55 hours Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Linguistics or a closely related discipline. Strong academic record and professional promise. Previous experience teaching language acquisition, psycholinguistics or a comparable course required. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those with a background in First Language Acquisition. Duties: All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours. Closing Date: 07/21/2026, 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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About University of Toronto
The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education (LHAE) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education is a dynamic and inclusive learning community comprised of scholars focused on educational leadership and administration, policy and change, social justice, and community engagement.
Our department considers education broadly, as it occurs inside and outside of formal educational settings. Our courses and programs consider relations between different social settings, such as families, workplaces, local communities, and national and international contexts.
Themes running through our research and teaching include equity and social justice, professional education, policy studies, educational leadership and organizations and adult learning within institutions and settings.
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Sessional Lecturer - PLIC24H3F First Language Acquisition
About the role
Date Posted: 06/25/2026
Req ID: 49074 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department: UTSC:Dept-Language Studies Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Description: PLIC24H3 - First Language Acquisition - Fall 2026 Course description: Descriptions of children's pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar at various stages of learning their first language. Theories of the linguistic knowledge and cognitive processes that underlie and develop along with language learning. Application Instructions: PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/ls/app/slSalary: In accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be:Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.47Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term: $10,699.21Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.21Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term: $10,953.96Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.95Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term: $11,228.90Please 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.Appointment Dates: September 8, 2026 to December 23, 2026 Sessional Dates (including exam periods): https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/registrar/fall-2026-winter-2027-academic-dates Course Schedule and Delivery Method listed on our Timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ Course Enrollment (est.): 60 Number of Positions (est.): 1 TA Support (est.): 55 hours Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Linguistics or a closely related discipline. Strong academic record and professional promise. Previous experience teaching language acquisition, psycholinguistics or a comparable course required. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those with a background in First Language Acquisition. Duties: All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours. Closing Date: 07/21/2026, 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.
Not the right fit? Search for Sessional Lecturer jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About University of Toronto
The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education (LHAE) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education is a dynamic and inclusive learning community comprised of scholars focused on educational leadership and administration, policy and change, social justice, and community engagement.
Our department considers education broadly, as it occurs inside and outside of formal educational settings. Our courses and programs consider relations between different social settings, such as families, workplaces, local communities, and national and international contexts.
Themes running through our research and teaching include equity and social justice, professional education, policy studies, educational leadership and organizations and adult learning within institutions and settings.