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How much do teaching associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for teaching associate in Kitchener, ON is $17.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.23 and $16.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What key skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a teaching associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Teaching Associate, you need a strong background in your academic discipline, often supported by at least a bachelor's or master's degree and relevant teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), classroom technology, and sometimes pedagogical certifications is typically required. Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills help Teaching Associates effectively engage students and support faculty. These competencies are vital for fostering a positive learning environment and ensuring students receive high-quality educational support.

What is a teaching associate?

A teaching associate helps teach students. This classification is different from a graduate or student teaching assistant because the duties often involve more student instruction. Other common job duties include distributing learning materials, answering questions from students, and grading assignments. A teaching associate must be prepared to provide academic support and help facilitate courses.

What is the difference between Teaching Associate vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectTeaching AssociateTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically requires a master's degree or higher in education or related fieldOften requires a high school diploma or bachelor's degree; some positions may prefer coursework in education
Work EnvironmentWorks directly with students, often leading classes or tutoring sessionsSupports teachers by assisting with classroom management and student support
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in universities, colleges, and some K-12 settingsCommon in K-12 schools and higher education institutions

In summary, a Teaching Associate typically holds higher qualifications and takes on more instructional responsibilities than a Teaching Assistant. Teaching Associates often lead classes and develop curriculum, while Teaching Assistants support teachers with classroom tasks. Both roles are essential in educational settings but differ mainly in credentials and scope of duties.

How do teaching associates typically balance assisting faculty with managing their own instructional responsibilities?

Teaching Associates often juggle a mix of supporting faculty—such as leading discussion sections, grading, or preparing materials—while also managing their own teaching duties. Effective time management and clear communication with supervising professors are key to ensuring all responsibilities are met. Many Teaching Associates find it helpful to establish a weekly schedule that prioritizes both their support tasks and any independent instruction or student consultations. This balance provides valuable experience in classroom management and curriculum development, which is beneficial for those considering an academic career.
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Infographic showing various Teaching Associate job openings in Kitchener, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,622 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Associate Dean - CCMPS Academic

University of Guelph

Guelph, ON • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Position Title / Rank: Associate Dean, Academic in the College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences - Open to University of Guelph Internal Applicants Only

Department: CCMPS-Office of the Dean

Position Description:

The College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) invites applications for the position of Associate Dean, Academic, open to tenured University of Guelph applicants at the Associate or Full Professor rank.

  • This position is open to internal University of Guelph employees only.
  • The appointment is normally for a five-year term, with the possibility of renewal.
  • The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026.

CCMPS is home to the Department of Chemistry, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Department of Physics, and the School of Computer Science. The College provides foundational and advanced science and technology education and plays a central role in the University's mission through high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs, research-intensive training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and service teaching across the institution.

Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean, Academic provides leadership and strategic direction for all aspects of undergraduate academic programming within CCMPS. The ADA is responsible for supporting academic excellence, student success, curriculum innovation, enrolment strategy, academic governance, and the effective delivery of undergraduate programs across the College. The ADA is a member of the College's senior leadership team and works closely with the Dean, Associate Deans, Chairs, Director, faculty, staff, students, and University-level partners.

More specifically, the responsibilities of the Associate Dean, Academic include but are not limited to:

  • Providing leadership for the ongoing development, operations, assessment, and renewal of undergraduate programs and courses across CCMPS, in alignment with the strategic goals of the College and the University of Guelph.
  • Promoting pedagogical excellence and a culture of continuous improvement in teaching and learning across the College.
  • Supporting academic integrity within CCMPS, including decision-making on undergraduate academic misconduct cases and promoting awareness of policies, expectations, and best practices in assessment.
  • Fostering an inclusive academic culture for faculty, staff, and students; supporting reconciliation; and embedding equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenization within CCMPS undergraduate curricula and academic practices.
  • Providing leadership for academic governance within CCMPS, including chairing or co-chairing the B.Sc., B.Comp., and B.Math Program Committees and relevant subcommittees, including Admissions and Academic Review.
  • Managing strategic enrolment within the College, including representing CCMPS on the University's Strategic Enrolment Management committee and working closely with CCMPS Chairs and Director to determine annual enrolment targets and priorities.
  • Advising the Dean on resource allocation related to teaching, including instructional capacity, academic support, teaching infrastructure, and other resources required for effective program delivery.
  • Working collaboratively with CCMPS Chairs and Director to ensure efficient and sustainable use of teaching resources across departments, programs, and service teaching responsibilities.
  • Providing leadership and representation for domestic and international recruitment for CCMPS undergraduate programs, in collaboration with relevant College and University partners.  Leading, participating in, and coordinating internal and external outreach activities.
  • Engaging regularly with CCMPS student leadership, including the CCMPS Student Council and other student organizations, to foster coordination, communication, and alignment of goals. Ensuring appropriate Dean's Office participation in student-run events, including orientation and other student-facing activities.
  • Coordinating undergraduate awards and scholarship processes, including selection and implementation.
  • Representing CCMPS on strategic University committees, including the Co-operative Program Coordinating Committee, the Council of Associate Deans Academic, Senate, and other committees as appropriate.
  • Providing administrative leadership as a member of the CCMPS senior leadership team (Associate Deans, Dean's Council); acting on behalf of other Associate Deans and acting as Dean, as necessary; and providing leadership and direction for relevant Dean's Office staff.
  • Supervising, coaching and mentoring direct reports / co-reports to the ADA role, including but not limited to the Manager, Undergraduate Studies, Assistant to the Associate Deans, the Recruitment Officer and the Manager, Outreach.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative, thoughtful, and effective academic leader with demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education, student success, academic integrity, inclusive excellence, and collegial governance. They will have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; sound judgment; conflict resolution skills; experience working across academic units; and the ability to build productive relationships with faculty, staff, students, and University partners.

The ideal candidate will bring a strategic and student-centred approach to academic leadership. They will be aware of the broader shifts occurring in post-secondary education and understand their potential impacts on science and technology education. They will also bring an adaptive mindset that is open to new approaches.

The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagwad | It Comes into View, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy.

The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of approximately 140,000 people, located about an hour west of Toronto, Ontario. The University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across more than 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues.  

Application Process:

Current employees of the University of Guelph must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant: SuccessFactors: Career Opportunities (sapsf.com).

Assessment of applications will begin after the submission deadline and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit the following materials online, preferably as a single PDF file:

  1. A cover letter that highlights the applicant's administrative and leadership experience, qualifications, and brief vision for undergraduate education in CCMPS (2 pages max).
  2. An updated curriculum vitae.

Applications should be addressed to:

Dr. Stacey Scott
Dean
College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON, N1G 2W1

Questions about the process may be directed to ccmpsdean@uoguelph.ca. All applications must be submitted online.

Posting Date:07/10/2026 
Close Date: 07/23/2026 or until a suitable candidate is found

The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, the University's strategic plan, which pledges to transform human resources, governance, student services, and practices across the University to support the recruitment and success of a diverse student, faculty, and staff body.

We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

The University recognizes that career paths can be diverse and that career interruptions may occur. Applicants may note in their applications whether they would like consideration given to circumstances such as, but not limited to, health and/or family reasons that may have affected their record of achievement. Applicants are not required to disclose these circumstances. Where disclosed, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively affect the assessment of qualifications.

The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection process, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting ccmpsdean@uoguelph.ca.