Sessional Lecturer ENG289H5S Creative Writing (Online)

University of Toronto - Woodsworth College; Toronto; Remote; CAD 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto - Woodsworth College invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer ENG289H5S to teach an online Creative Writing course. The selected candidate will design and deliver course content, develop assignments, and assess student work for a university-level credit course.

Qualifications include MFA/PhD in English with a focus on literary studies, demonstrable teaching ability in creative writing (fiction and poetry), and a strong publication record.

Qualifications

• MFA or PhD in English with specialization in literary studies.
• Experience teaching creative writing (fiction and poetry) at university level.
• Strong publication record as a creative writer.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach a university credit course.
• Prepare and deliver content; develop, administer and grade assignments, tests and exams.
• Hold regular office hours; supervise any TAs assigned to course.

Skills

Creative writing

Teaching experience

Education

MFA or PhD in English

Job description

Sessional Lecturer ENG289H5S Creative Writing (Online)

Date Posted: 10/21/2026

Req ID: 50634

Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga

Department: UTM: English & Drama

Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description: Students will engage in a variety of creative exercises, conducted across a range of different genres of literary writing.

Section: LEC0101 (Online)

Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday

Time(s): 9-10am

Estimated Enrolment: 100

Est of TA hours: ~350

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

Salary

• 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: MFA or PhD in English with specialization in literary studies and experience teaching creative writing (fiction and poetry) at the university level; strong academic record, demonstrated teaching ability, strong record of publication as a creative writer.

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. We strongly 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.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

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.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Indigenous Substantiation Process

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.

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