Sessional Lecturer - CTL7007H - Assessment and Evaluation

Sessional Lecturer - CTL7007H - Assessment and Evaluation Course number and title: : CTL7007H - Assessment and Evaluation Course description: This course presents an overview of the basic concepts, practices, and current research associated with effective assessment and evaluation in Ontario classrooms. Teacher candidates will develop an understanding of Ontario curriculum and policy documents as relevant to the professional obligations of student assessment and evaluation, grading and reporting. Examination of effective strategies of assessment for, as, and of learning is at the core of this course. Drawing on current research, attention may be given to topics such as validity and reliability, assessment tool design, success criteria, quality feedback, performance assessment, authentic assessment, portfolios, self-evaluation, data gathering and management, standardized testing in provincial or large-scale assessments, as well as assessment related beliefs, attitudes, and issues of psychological well-being. Related issues of equity and a critical stance are infused and discussed throughout the course. This course is normally open only to students in the MT program. This course is one of a pairing of courses to be taught by the same instructor. As such, one instructor will be hired to teach this course in pairing with the CTL 7014H 0143 Fundamentals of Teaching course. It is a course delivered at OISE to a school site cohort. As part of the curriculum renewal and MT program development processes, this combination of courses pilots the MT program's commitment to providing a coherent learning experience that positions inquiry-based teaching as the foundation of professional practice and informs every dimension of teaching. The pairing of courses will integrate the school site experiences of the students to observe and understand how and why the decisions embedded in the fundamentals of teaching and assessment are mutually informing processes. As part of the curriculum renewal and MT program development processes, this combination of courses pilots two critical pillars of the new program being developed and designed for implementation in Fall, 2027: The MT program's commitment to providing a coherent learning experience that positions inquiry-based teaching as the foundation of professional practice and informs every dimension of teaching. The pairing of courses will integrate the school site experiences of the students to observe and understand how and why the decisions embedded in the fundamentals of teaching and assessment are mutually informing processes, and The infusion of teacher well-being and mental health and agency into the courses. The successful applicant must have extensive experience working with school leaders; knowledge and experience supporting the intersection of educational research, school-based inquiry and professional learning in school-based contexts; extensive knowledge and direct experience with supporting teachers and schools with school-based inquiry; and the development of teachers as leaders Estimated TA support: No Estimated course enrolment: 35 Class schedule: TUE 09:00-12:00 @ OI 2279 Sessional dates of appointment: 2026-09-01 - 2027-04-30 Appointment percentage: 100 Salary: As of September 1, 2026, the minimum stipend is $9972.475 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course. As of January 1, 2027, the minimum stipend is $ $9972.475 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course. Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must: Possess a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline. Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting the intersection of educational research and professional learning in school-based contexts and supporting teachers and schools with school-based inquiry Have relevant classroom teaching and school leadership experience Have extensive experience working with school leaders and supporting the development of teachers as leaders and inquiry-based practitioners. Demonstrate a deep understanding of assessment literacy and expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating equitable assessment strategies in K-12 settings. Demonstrate currency and mastery in teacher well-being, mental health and responses to teacher stresses and burnout Demonstrate skills related to building community and program development involving a range of stakeholders (including school educators, OISE participants and administration, and community partners) Demonstrate excellence in teaching, including online teaching as relevant Demonstrate evidence of knowledge and practice of principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion Demonstrate excellence in teaching and leading teachers/teacher-candidates professional learning Possess an Ontario Teaching certificate with OCT qualifications in the relevant division Preferred Qualifications: N/A. Description of duties: Prepare, organize, and teach this graduate course; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work. Attend a pre-course planning/preparation meeting with the course instructional team, attend MT All-Instructor Meetings (AIM) and submit course syllabus as requested by the department. Liaise with school leadership and staff. Application Procedure: Please indicate in a letter of application why you believe your experience qualifies you to teach this particular course. Please include a current CV and names of three referees in your cover letter. If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you to provide reference letters. Please apply at: https://hiring.oise.utoronto.ca/sl/sessional_lecturer_jobs Apply here: https://hiring.oise.utoronto.ca/sl/sessional_lecturer_jobsThis 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.

The Sessional Lecturer will prepare, organize, and teach the graduate course CTL7007H while providing student support and feedback. They are also responsible for liaising with school leadership and attending instructional team meetings.

Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and hold an Ontario Teaching Certificate. Extensive experience in school leadership, teacher development, and inquiry-based practice is required.

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• Assessment literacy
• Curriculum development
• Educational research
• School leadership
• Inquiry-based teaching
• Teacher mentorship
• Equitable assessment
• Mental health support
• Data management
• Professional learning
• Policy analysis
• Classroom management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Performance assessment
• Portfolio assessment
• Tooling Design
• Online Teaching
• Educational Assessment
• Teaching Certificate
• Planning
• Program Development
• Self Evaluation
• Research
• Literacy
• Teaching
• Mental Health
• Management
• Educational Leadership
• Educational Research
• Intravenous Therapy
• Psychology

• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Sessional Lecturer
• Business Professor
• University and Higher Education Teachers
• Business Teachers, Postsecondary
• Postsecondary Teachers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

28 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

3 heures par semaine