Sessional Lecturer - INI106H1F: Storytelling through Literary Journalism

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This course is an introduction to literary journalism in which students study the craft of storytelling along with interviewing, reporting, and the journalist’s ethical stance. Guest speakers, field trips, writing activities and course readings will help students engage deeply with their environment and develop the skills and sensitivity required for literary reporting. Restricted to first-year students. The estimated enrolment is 25 students with no TA support. The class schedule is Thursdays 2-5pm. The delivery method for this course is currently in-person, but may change as determined by the Faculty or the College. The sessional dates of appointment are September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• MA in journalism or related field, or relevant professional experience
• Industry experience as a working journalist or editor of magazine, newspaper, digital, or book-length journalism, with an emphasis on literary journalism
• At least 3 years of experience teaching journalism or professional writing

Nice To Haves

• Publication or editorial record in journalism
• Demonstrated interest in pedagogy
• Familiarity with the range of writing ability of undergraduates

Responsibilities

• Teach the full course
• Conduct all grading
• Prepare and submit all final marks
• Hold office hours each week
• Answer student questions by email and/or appointment

Benefits

• 4% vacation pay
• 6% vacation pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level