Sessional Lecturer - LGGAHBeginner Korean

Sessional Lecturer - LGGA
10H3 Beginner Korean I

Date Posted: 03/03/2026

Req : 47176

Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough

Department: UTSC:

Dept-Language Studies

Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

LGGA
10H3 - Beginner Korean I - Summer 2026

Course description:
Beginner Korean I is an introductory course to the Korean language. Designed for students with no or minimal knowledge of the language, the course will first introduce the Hangeul alphabet (consonants and vowels) and how words are constructed (initial, medial, final sounds). Basic grammar patterns, frequently used vocabulary, and common everyday topics will be covered. Weekly cultural titbits will also be introduced to assist and enrich the language learning experience.

The overall aim of the course is to give students a strong grasp of the basics of the Korean language as well as elements of contemporary Korean culture.

Appointment Dates:
May 4, 2026 to June 30, 2026

Sessional Dates (including exam periods):

Course Schedule and Delivery Method listed on our Timetable:

Course Enrollment (est.): 30

Number of Positions (est.): 2

In accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be:

• Sessional Lecturer I: $9,820.70
• Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term: $10,510.03
• Sessional Lecturer II: $10,510.03
• Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term: $10,760.27
• Sessional Lecturer III: $10,760.27
• Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term: $11,030.35

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

• Native or near-native fluency in Korean.
• M.A. in Korean languages, Linguistics, Teaching a Foreign Language, Second Language Acquisition, or equivalent.
• ABD (Ph.
  
  D.) preferred.
• Experience teaching LGGA
  10H3 or equivalent.

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching Korean language courses at the introductory or intermediate levels in the university setting.

• All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours.
• The course will take place in-person at UTSC during the Summer 2026 term (May-June).
• The primary medium of instruction will be English.

03/24/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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