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Online Engineering Instructor Jobs in Toronto, ON

Regional Training Instructor - Quality Engineering Topics Remote Online Training with some travel as needed Are you at a point in your career where you are able to share the quality knowledge you ...

Technical Trainer - Automotive Quality

Toronto, ON ยท On-site

CA$500 - CA$700/day

Regional Training Instructor - Quality Engineering Topics Remote Online Training with some travel as needed Are you at a point in your career where you are able to share the quality knowledge you ...

ESC101H1 F - Praxis I

Toronto, ON ยท On-site

CA$9.9K/mo

... engineering communication practices, and strong performance as an instructor in Praxis I or II. ... online duties if required Application Procedure: Applicants should submit: * Unit 3 application ...

ESC102H1 S - Praxis II

Toronto, ON ยท On-site

CA$9.9K/mo

... engineering communication practices, and strong performance as an instructor in Praxis I or II. ... online duties if required Application Procedure: Applicants should submit: * Unit 3 application ...

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How much do online engineering instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for online engineering instructor in Toronto, ON is $31.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.35 and $38.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Online Engineering Instructor job?

An Online Engineering Instructor teaches engineering courses in a virtual learning environment. They develop course materials, deliver lectures, grade assignments, and provide support to students through online platforms. Instructors may use video conferencing, discussion forums, and digital tools to facilitate learning. This role requires expertise in engineering, strong communication skills, and familiarity with online teaching methods.

What are the typical challenges faced by Online Engineering Instructors, and how can they be managed?

Online Engineering Instructors often face challenges such as engaging students remotely, ensuring academic integrity during assessments, and adapting complex engineering concepts for online formats. Effective use of interactive tools, regular feedback, and incorporating real-world examples can help maintain student interest and comprehension. Collaborating with fellow instructors and participating in professional development can also aid in managing workload and staying updated with best practices. Proactive communication and availability for virtual office hours further support student success and foster a positive learning experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Online Engineering Instructor position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Online Engineering Instructor, you typically need a strong background in engineering, teaching experience, and an accredited engineering degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), virtual classroom platforms, and industry-standard engineering software is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to engage and motivate diverse remote learners are key soft skills. These competencies ensure that students receive high-quality education, practical skills, and effective support in a digital learning environment.

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CIV382Y1 Y - Civil Engineering Portfolio

University of Toronto

Toronto, ON โ€ข On-site

CA$63.95/hr

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This job post hasย expired today.ย Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Course description:ย Students will assemble a portfolio of communication assignments drawn from theirย second and third yearย Civil Engineering courses as a showcase of their ability to meet the graduate attributes for communication. The student willย demonstrateย competence in discipline specific written, oral, and visual communication through theย selectionย of assignments for the portfolio. Each entry will be framed byย a short introductionย speaking to the context of the work and its significance in the portfolio. Students whose communication work is not up to standard will be provided with opportunities for revision. The course will be offered on a credit/no credit basis; students who receive no credit must retake the course in year 4. This is a 0.00 weighted course.ย 

Posting end date:ย Julyย 24, 2026ย 

Number of Positionsย (est):ย Up toย Twoย (2) positions ย 

Estimated TA support:ย N/Aย 

Estimated course enrolment:ย 120 studentsย 

Schedule:ย Meeting times between students and instructor must be arranged.ย In particular, instructorsย are expected to have time available for mandatory group meetings during the first two weeks of term in September and January.ย 

Sessional dates of appointment:ย September 1,ย 2026ย toย Aprilย 30, 2027ย 

Hours:ย up to 70 hrsย 

Salary:ย CUPE minimum salary rates are: Writing Instructor 1 - $56.46/hr plus 4% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 1 Long Term - $60.69/hr plus 4% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 - $60.69/hr plus 6% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 Long Term - $62.15/hr plus 6% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 (priority) - $62.48/hr plus 6% vacation pay and Writing Instructor 2 (priority) Long Term- $63.95/hr plus 6% vacation pay. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from ratesย statedย in this posting, the ratesย statedย in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.ย ย ย ย 

Minimum Qualifications:ย Candidates should have at least aย Master'sย degree in an appropriate discipline (such as, but not limited to, Communication, English, Engineering, Education, Technology Studies) with strong written and oral communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching communication and demonstrated ability toย work as part of a team.ย 

Preferred Qualifications:ย qualifications include a PhD inย an appropriate disciplineย (as above), and TESL or other training/certification in second-language instruction at the university level. Familiarity with engineering communication practices, or other experience in Civil Engineering education and practice is alsoย highlyย desirable.ย 

Description of duties:ย ย 

Writing Instructors will work as Communication Instructors (CIs) and beย requiredย to work with students and/or grade assignments, as well as work with the portfolio coordinator and otherย CIsย on curriculum development. Duties include:ย ย 

  • attend course planning meetings with teaching teamย ย 

  • be responsible forย scheduling, holding, and documentingย requiredย and student-requested meetings withย up to 30ย studentsย ย 

  • provideย written and/or oral feedback on portfolioย selectionย and introductionsย ย 

  • participateย in Portfolio Workshopsย 

  • must have the ability to adapt to different communication instruction activities and move online ifย required.ย 

Application Procedure:ย Applicants shouldย submit:ย 

  • Unit 3 application formย 

  • Application documents must beย submittedย via the link found in the application form in one (1) file.ย 

If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Chanelle Small-Reid atย istep.academic@utoronto.ca.ย 

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This job is postedย in accordance withย the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.ย 

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It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from ratesย statedย in this posting, the ratesย statedย in the collective agreement shall prevail.ย 

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Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank ofย Writing Instructor 2ย orย Writing Instructor 2 (Priority)ย in accordance withย Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collectiveagreement andshould not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.ย 

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Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities. and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.ย