Sessional Lecturer - INI101H1F: Writing, Advocacy, and Social Media

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This course is an introduction to the concept of the city as a creative environment promoting not only growth and wealth but also social justice, equality, cooperation, and civility. Students will learn to build their own writing practice to help them to observe, interpret, and reflect upon the process of urban interaction and the relationship between creativity and justice. 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 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, urban studies, writing, media studies, or related field, or relevant professional experience
• Professional experience as a writer, journalist, editor, critic, or public communicator, with an emphasis on cities, civic life, advocacy, or social media
• At least 3 years of experience teaching writing, journalism, media, urban studies, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Publication record in journalism, nonfiction, criticism, or urban writing
• Demonstrated interest in pedagogy
• Familiarity with the range of writing ability of undergraduates
• Familiarity with Toronto’s civic, cultural, and media landscape

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