Sessional Lecturer - ENGB63H3 - Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction I - Winter 2026

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer to teach a Creative Writing course for the Winter 2026 academic session. Candidates should have a graduate degree in English or a related field and be equipped with teaching experience at the university level. The role involves preparing course materials, grading assignments, and holding office hours. Preference is given to individuals with strong academic records and publishing experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in English, Creative Writing or relevant teaching experience.
• Strong academic record and professional promise.
• Strong publishing record is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach a university credit course.
• Develop, administer, and mark assignments.
• Hold regular office hours.

Skills

Teaching experience at the university level

Strong academic record

Professional promise

Strong publishing record

Education

Graduate degree in English or Creative Writing

Job description

Description

Date Posted: 10/14/2025
Req ID: 45503
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Dept-English
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

The following position for a Sessional Lecturer is available in the Department of English for the Winter 2026 academic session. 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. All pool members must submit an application and updated curriculum vitae to Professor Christine Bolus-Reichert, Acting Chair of the Department of English, using the online application system at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/eng/app/sl.

Salary

A stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be in accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. The rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Sessional Dates (excluding Exam period)

January 5 - April 6, 2026. Final exam period April 9 – 24, 2026.

Course Information

Course Number/Title
ENGB63H3 - Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction I
Section
LEC 01
Time
Thursday 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Dates of Appointment
January 5-April 30, 2026
T.A. Hours
20
Duties
All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours.

Qualifications

Graduate degree in English, Creative Writing related field, or relevant teaching experience. Strong academic record and professional promise. Strong publishing record is an asset. Teaching experience at the university level is an asset, especially previous experience in the teaching of writing about creative writing at the university level. Past teaching experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. Please include a proposed course syllabus with the application.

Closing Date

11/04/2025, 11:59PM EDT

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].