Sessional Lecturer - VIS331H1F - Art Criticism

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Sessional Lecturer to teach VIS331H1F: Art Criticism. The course focuses on the practice of writing criticism, distinct from academic argumentation or artists' writings, with a history in periodicals, newspapers, and exhibition catalogues. Students will analyze key texts that have shaped art narratives and engage in writing criticism, experimenting with voice, rhetoric, and polemics. The estimated course enrollment is 20 students, with no estimated TA support. The sessional dates of appointment are from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• MA or MFA (or equivalent graduate degree) required
• Previous teaching experience
• Strong writing and publishing record in the field of Contemporary Art
• Applicants may be asked to supply references

Nice To Haves

• Internationally recognized practice

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course material
• Managing digital teaching materials and platform
• Supervision of teaching assistants
• Preparation and delivery of assignments, tests, final examinations and deferred final examinations
• Marking of student work
• Submission of grades
• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions
• Student contact hours

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level