Assistant Professor of Language

University of Toronto

Req ID: 48091
Job Category: Faculty – Teaching Stream, Contractually Limited Term Appointment
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Institution: University of Toronto
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Position Description

The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a three-year full-time Contractually Limited Term Appointment (CLTA) in the area of German Language Pedagogy.

  • Rank: Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
  • Start date: August 1, 2026

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

The university strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities and is committed to equity, diversity, and excellence in academic hiring.

Required Qualifications

  • PhD in any field of German Studies (completed by start date or shortly thereafter)
  • Native or near-native German proficiency
  • Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching in degree-granting programs
  • Experience in:Experience coordinating multi-section language courses (beginner and intermediate levels)
    • Language course preparation and delivery
    • Innovative second-language German instruction
    • Curriculum development
    • Online teaching material development
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Commitment to pedagogical innovation and teaching-focused scholarly activity

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Teach undergraduate German language courses at all levels
  • Coordinate the German language sequence
  • Manage and mentor teaching assistants and instructors
  • Oversee course materials and curriculum delivery
  • Participate in departmental administration
  • Collaborate with faculty in undergraduate teaching and program development

Teaching & Evidence of Excellence

Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching through:

  • Teaching dossier (required)
  • Teaching philosophy statement
  • Pedagogical research interests
  • Sample syllabi and course materials
  • Teaching evaluations
  • Awards, conference presentations, and teaching accomplishments
  • Strong reference letters (including at least one focused on teaching)

Salary

$105,000 – $130,000 CAD per annum
(negotiable for exceptionally qualified candidates)

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Complete teaching dossier including:Contact information for three referees
    • Teaching philosophy
    • Pedagogical research interests
    • Sample syllabi
    • Course materials
    • Teaching evaluations

Reference letters will be automatically requested through the University of Toronto system after application submission.

Application Process

  • All materials must be submitted online
  • Deadline: June 26, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)
  • At least one reference letter must address teaching performance
  • Additional submission guidelines: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply

Contact Information

For questions:

General support:

Additional Notes

  • AI tools may be used in initial screening, but final decisions are made by the search committee
  • Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority
  • Diversity survey is voluntary and confidential
  • Accessibility accommodations are available upon request

Equity Statement

The University of Toronto emphasizes equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility as core values in its academic mission and hiring practices.

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