Sessional Lecturer ENG100H5S LEC104 Effective Writing

University of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto Mississauga is seeking a Sessional Lecturer in English & Drama to design and teach a university credit course for LEC0104. Responsibilities include preparing content, delivering lectures on Thursdays 6-9pm, and assessing assignments and exams.

PhD in English is required; experience teaching composition/writing at the university level is essential. The appointment runs January 1 to April 30, 2027, with pay per full course and rates governed by the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective

Qualifications

• PhD in English with specialization in and/or experience teaching composition/writing at the university level.
• Strong academic record and evidence of currency in subject matter.

Responsibilities

• All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course.
• Preparation and delivery of course content.
• Development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams.
• Calculation and submission of grades.
• Holding regular office hours.
• Supervising any TAs assigned to course, if applicable.

Skills

Teaching

University-level teaching

Education

PhD in English

University-level teaching experience

Job description

Date Posted:10/21/2026
Req ID: 50632
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: English & Drama
Campus:University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description: This course provides practical tools for writing in university and beyond. Students will gain experience in generating ideas, clarifying insights, structuring arguments, composing paragraphs and sentences, critiquing and revising their writing, and communicating effectively to diverse audiences. This course does not count toward any English program.

Section:LEC0104

Day(s):Thursday

Time(s):6-9pm

Est of TA hours: ~166

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

SL1 - $19,994.95 per full course

SL1 Long term -$21,398.43 per full course

SL2 -$21,398.43 per full course

SL2 –LT -$21,907.92 per full course

SL3 -$21,907.92 per full course

SL3 Long Term - $22,457.80 per full course

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.

Duties: All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, admin. and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours; supervising any TAs assigned to course, if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in English with specialization in and/or experience teaching composition/writing at the university level; strong academic record, demonstrated teaching ability, evidence of currency in subject matter.Applications from candidates who do not hold a PhD will not be considered.

Closing Date:11/11/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening 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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The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website .