Sessional Instructional Assistant: FAH101H1S Monuments of Art History

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the FAH101H1S Monuments of Art History course. The role involves attending online lectures, leading tutorials, and grading. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree in Art History and prior teaching experience. This position offers a competitive hourly salary and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

Experience in a diverse educational environment

Qualifications

• Previous TA experience in Art History.
• At least two years experience with undergraduate assignments.
• Ability to analyze and write about works of art.

Responsibilities

• Attending online lectures and leading tutorial sections.
• Grading and tracking student assignments.
• Holding office hours for student consultations.

Skills

Teaching skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Art History

PhD in Art History (preferred)

Job description

Sessional Instructional Assistant: FAH101H1S Monuments of Art History

Date Posted: 10/24/2025
Req ID: 45619
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Art History
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course number and title: FAH101H1S Monuments of Art History

Course description: An introduction to the arts and architecture from antiquity to the present day which emphasizes the deep connection between art and history. This broad overview will examine carefully a selection of works, including real objects and buildings in Toronto, which are representative of the upper-level courses currently offered by the Art History faculty. Special attention is paid to developing essential art historical skills, including the ability to look at, analyze, and write about works of art and architecture. Tutorials provide training in and experience applying the basic principles and vocabulary employed in art-historical scholarship. Frequent short writing assignments and exercises will be based on readings, lectures, and museum or gallery visits to collections in Toronto.

Number of positions available: 2

Hours of work: 199

Class schedule: Online asynchronous lectures; in-person tutorials held on Tuesdays between 12‑7 pm. Specific tutorial schedule to be determined by course instructor after hire.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 5, 2026 to May 7, 2026.

Salary: $54.27/hour + 4% vacation pay

*Please note that should rates stipulated in the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

• Completed Master’s Degree in Art History, with historical and geographical breadth of knowledge as relevant to the course material, and previous TA experience.
• Teaching, writing, and communication skills in the history of art.
• At least two years of experience creating and marking undergraduate writing assignments, exercises, and/or undergraduate essays in art history.

Preferred qualifications:

• Completed or in‑progress PhD in Art History.
• Previous experience as a TA in this or a related course in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto.

Description of duties: Attending weekly lectures (online asynchronous); leading three tutorial sections (in‑person on Tuesdays, times TBD); collaborating on the design of tutorial material; grading, tabulating and tracking grades; invigilating tests and exams; holding office hours for regular meetings with students. Full duties to be determined by course instructor.

Application procedure: All individuals interested in this position must submit a curriculum vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form to the Department of Art History Academic Programs Administrator, Ruth Maddeaux, by email at [e-mail]. Late applications will not be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Closing Date: 11/14/2025, 11:59 PM EDT
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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

Diversity Statement

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Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
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