Sessional Lecturer - URB336H1S - Creative Cities (0.50 FCE)

University of Toronto • Saint George, UT

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sessional Lecturer will teach URB336H1S, Creative Cities, a 0.50 FCE course in the Department of Geography. The course investigates the theoretical and empirical relationship between creative occupations and the overall health of urban regions, and considers the usefulness of this relationship in planning and policy. Estimated enrollment is 30. Classes are scheduled Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The appointment runs from January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027. Duties are performed on the campus where the position is located.

The lecturer will teach course themes, prepare the syllabus and lectures, develop and administer grading and course assessments, mark and invigilate exams, hold regular office hours, oversee tutorials, and supervise teaching assistants. Final TA hours will depend on enrollment.

The listed salary for 0.50 FCE varies by rank: SL I, $9,997.48; SL I - Long Term, $10,699.22; SL II, $10,699.22; SL II - Long Term, $10,953.96; SL III, $10,953.96; and SL III - Long Term, $11,228.90. Collective-agreement rates prevail if they differ from the rates in the posting.

Requirements

• A master's degree in a related field.
• At least five years of experience teaching at the university level.
• At least five years of experience marking undergraduate essays.
• Evidence of recent teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to teach online, if required.

Nice To Haves

• A PhD in Geography or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lecture on the themes of the course.
• Prepare the syllabus and lectures.
• Develop and administer grading, course assignments, tests, and exams.
• Mark and invigilate exams.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Oversee tutorials.
• Supervise teaching assistants.

What This Job Offers

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