GCM240 - Material Science for Print - Academic Assistant Undergraduate
Toronto, ON, Canada
CAD 39.57-39.57 / hour
Toronto Metropolitan University is Canada's leader in innovative, career-focused education and a university clearly on the move. It is a distinctly urban university with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. Toronto Metropolitan University has a mission to serve societal need and a long-standing commitment to engaging its community.
Guided by a bold Academic Plan, an ambitious research agenda, and a Master Plan to revitalize the campus and surrounding neighbourhood, Toronto Metropolitan University is the most applied-to university in Ontario relative to available spaces, and its reputation with business and community leaders continues to rise.
We offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. Culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to 38,950 students, including 2,300 master's and PhD students, nearly 2,700 faculty and staff, and more than 170,000 alumni worldwide. Research at Toronto Metropolitan University is on a trajectory of success and growth: externally funded research has doubled in the past four years. The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education is Canada's leading provider of university-based adult education. The university's focus on innovation and entrepreneurship is represented most distinctly by the Digital Media Zone, a place for students to collaborate and bring their digital ideas to the marketplace.
Toronto Metropolitan University is reshaping the downtown core of Toronto with three new buildings: the Mattamy Athletic Centre at the Gardens, the Toronto Metropolitan University Image Centre in the heart of campus, and a Student Learning Centre on Yonge Street. In addition, currently in progress is the development of a new multipurpose building, the Church Street development (CSD). This new building will be located just north of Dundas on Church Street and will be home to four academic health services programs, Toronto Met. University food services, administration, and a student residence.
Preparation for classes;
preparation of written or audio-visual materials,
Attending lectures,
Serving as tutor, lead discussions,
Supervising laboratories; demonstrating and explaining the use of equipment,
Holding office hours,
Consulting with students (including electronic consultation),
Assisting in the grading of tests, lab sets, essays and term papers,
Conferring with the Supervising Instructor; attending mandatory training provided by the school,
Attending employer orientation workshops;
attending mandatory employer training,
Performing invigilation duties for mid-term or final exams, will have duties past the last day of term - contract will end the day after final grades are due, Midterm and Final Exam Invigilation, Lab Report Marking
Enrolled in: 4th year of Ryerson Undergraduate Program.
Overall academic performance at B+ (3.3 GPA) or above.
Must have completed course with B+ (3.3 GPA) or above grade level.
Previous evaluation of performance as an Assistant at the University (if applicable).
Relevant Experience:
Enrolled in GCM undergraduate program.
Completed GCM240 previously with A+ mark
Strong academic background in the subject area and a demonstrated ability to understand and explain course material.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and learning levels.
Reliable, responsible, and able to manage tasks and deadlines independently.
Previous teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or instructional experience is an asset.
Proficiency with common educational and communication technologies is an asset.
Must be available on Tue 10 am-12 pm and Wed 10 am - 2 pm
Must be available for Midterm and Final Exam preparation and invigilation
September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026
Academic Assistants Undergrad - $39.57 per hour
