Sessional Lecturer - CTL7026Y - Curriculum and Teaching in Science: General
Course number and title: CTL7026Y - Curriculum and Teaching in Science: General
About the role
This course provides a practical and conceptual introduction to the teaching of Intermediate and Senior Science. It consists of lectures, seminars, and laboratory workshops designed to emphasize the expectations, pedagogy, methodology, and content of science. The course assists students to explore:
- the teaching and learning process,
- pedagogical considerations in teaching science,
- challenges of teaching science as a curriculum subject in schools with diverse student populations, and
- research in science education.
It also helps develop knowledge and skills of curriculum development within the context of curriculum theory and supports personal reflection within contemporary classrooms or other education settings.
Estimated course enrolment: 30
Schedule
Class schedule: Monday 13:00 - 16:00, Wednesday 13:00 - 16:00
Sessional dates of appointment: 2026-09-01 - 2027-04-30
Appointment percentage: 100
Pay
As of September 1, 2026, the minimum stipend is $9,972.475 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half-credit course. As of January 1, 2027, the minimum stipend remains $9,972.475 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half-credit course. Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage.
Responsibilities
- 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).
- Submit course syllabus as requested by the department.
Requirements
- Possess a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrate currency and mastery in the course subject matter.
- 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.
- An Ontario Teaching certificate is an asset.