Sessional Lecturer - DRM377H1S Studio Topics: Vocal Presence in Performance

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for DRM377H1S Studio Topics: Vocal Presence in Performance at St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.

The role involves delivering a practice-based exploration of voice in performance and guiding students through breath, voice, impulse, emotion, character and text to develop a wide expressive range. The appointee should have MFA in Acting or a diploma in voice teaching/training, plus experience teaching voice/acting at a recognized theatre

Qualifications

• Experience teaching voice/acting at a recognized theatre school or university.
• Professional acting/theatre experience.
• MFA in Acting OR diploma in voice teaching/training from an accredited institution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach DRM377H1 Studio Topics: Vocal Presence in Performance in person.
• Deliver in-class instruction on Thursdays 10am–1pm.
• Coordinate course activities and TA support within the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 framework.

Skills

Experience teaching voice/acting

Professional acting/theatre experience

Education

MFA in Acting

Diploma in voice teaching/training

Job description

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Sessional Lecturer - DRM377H1S Studio Topics: Vocal Presence in Performance

Date Posted: 10/23/2026
Req ID: 50645
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Centre for Drama, Theatre, Performance
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

DRM377H1 S Studio Topics: Vocal Presence in Performance

L0101 counts as 0.50 credit

Course Description: A practice-based exploration of voice in relation to performance. Through an exploration of the connections between breath, voice, impulse, emotion, character and text, students learn to use their voice in informed and efficient ways in practice, performance and other contexts to develop confidence and a wide expressive range.

Estimated course enrollment: 20 students

Estimated TA support: 1 TA @ approx. 40 hours

Schedule: Thursdays 10am - 1pm

Sessional dates: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027

Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently in person.

Salary:

Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.48 Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $10,699.22
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22 Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,953.96
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96 Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $11,228.90

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications: Experience teaching voice/acting at a recognized theatre school or university; professional acting/theatre experience.

Preferred Qualifications: MFA in Acting OR diploma in voice teaching/training from an accredited institution preferred.

Closing Date:11/16/2026, 11:59PM 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.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous. Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

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

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

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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.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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