Assistant Professor of Language

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:

• Helena Jünger
• Email: german.gradassistant@utoronto.ca

General support:

• uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

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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