Sia - Pun212y5y (Winter-term Only) - Introductory - Mississauga, Canada - University of Toronto

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Job Posting Sessional Instructional Assistant -
PUN212Y5Y (Winter-Term Only) Introductory Punjabi
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Course number and title:

PUN212Y5Y (Winter-Term Only) Introductory Punjabi

Course description:

An introduction to the Punjabi language and is designed for students with little or no prior knowledge of Punjabi.

Basic grammatical structures and conversational skills will be introduced as well as the gurmukhi script in which Punjabi is most commonly written.

Contextual background about the history of Punjabi and the various contexts in which it has been used will also be discussed in class.

Estimated course enrolment: 40

Estimated size of appointment: 15-20 hrs.

Class schedule:
n/a

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NOTE:
The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person. However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.]

Sessional dates of appointment:
February 21, 2024 to April 30, 2024

Salary:

$52.26/hour

Please 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._

Minimum qualifications:

Graduate-level degree is required.

Demonstrated background in the specific area of the course (South Asian Studies and Punjabi language) is required.

Native or near native fluency in written and spoken Punjabi is required.

Preferred qualifications:

Graduate-level research in the relevant area of the course (South Asian Studies and Punjabi language) is preferred.

Experience in this course or a similar course is preferred.

Description of duties:

Grading of assignments, tests, and the final exam.

Other responsibilities are as assigned by the instructor and may include:
course orientation, preparation, meetings with the instructor, attending lectures, and invigilation of the final exam

Note:
The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person. However, if this changes for any reason, as much advance notice as practicable will be given.

Application instructions:

Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant's background and experience give them mastery of the topic)
Current academic CV
Most recent course evaluations (if any)

Please note that an interview may be part of the hiring process.