Sessional Instructor, International Programs Department

Description

Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsyó:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website.

The International Programs department at Renison University College is accepting applications for Summer 2026 teaching employment in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and General English streams.  Positions are open to instructors who are TESL Ontario or TESL Canada certified.  Candidates with a Master’s in a relevant field will be given first consideration. Interested applicants should submit their resumes to Interfolio.

Compensation is dependent on experience and course(s) taught. Pay ranges from $75-$100 per hour, inclusive of in-class delivery, prep time, marking, and meetings.

Key responsibilities and expectations:

• Prepare for, and deliver course content as specified in the curriculum provided
• Create and deliver relevant supplementary material to support learning outcomes
• Meet classes at the times and for the period specified
• Leverage technology to support and enhance student learning
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages and supports learning
• Be reasonably available to students through established office hours
• Collaborate with instructors to ensure smooth delivery of program material
• Assess student progress through homework, tests, etc. and provide students with timely feedback
• Maintain accurate records and submit grades to the Assistant Director, International Programs according to established deadlines
• Communicate student issues to the Assistant Director, International Programs in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in staff/curricular meetings
• Attend and participate in end-of-term event
• Apply best teaching practices based on current knowledge in the field
• Be familiar with RUC and departmental policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Positions are open to instructors who are TESL Ontario or TESL Canada certified. 
• Candidates with a Master’s in a relevant field will be given first consideration. 

Application Instructions

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially. Application materials including a complete resume and letter of application should be addressed to Elizabeth Matthews and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio. 

Please provide the names of three potential referees, who will be contacted if your application moves forward; referees will not be contacted without your permission. The successful candidate will also be asked for consent to have an educational and a criminal records verification completed. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on May 6, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Further enquiries can be directed to Elizabeth Matthews (elizabeth.matthews@uwaterloo.ca)

This posting is for existing vacancies.