Sessional Lecturer - FAH480H1F The Global Art Market: Practical Applications

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This seminar teaches students the practical skills required to achieve success as a professional in today’s dynamic art market. Students will directly engage with the local and global art world, learn how to prepare for an art fair, navigate the complexities of a public art project, and conduct studio visits with established artists. The course delivery is in person, but may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department. This position includes the completion of any course work and marking not finished by December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• MA in Art History or a related field is required
• Teaching, writing, and communication skills in the history of art are required
• Demonstrated experience in the variety of writing genres and styles associated with art history, including museum exhibitions, publications, reviews, criticism, academic analysis, popular print, and media
• Demonstrated experience supporting students' academic writing skills
• At least two years of experience creating and marking undergraduate writing assignments, exercises, and/or undergraduate essays in art history

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Art History is strongly preferred
• Previous teaching experience in this or a similar course at the university level
• Training in education would be a great asset

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering one 2-hour lecture per week
• Developing and publishing the syllabus and marking scheme through Quercus
• Preparing relevant assignments for student assessment
• Setting and invigilating term tests and final examination/assignments for student assessment
• Grading and reporting of final grades
• Maintaining office hours for academic counseling of students
• Answering queries by email or appointment

What This Job Offers

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