Sessional Lecturer - GGR357H1S: Housing and Community Development (0.50 FCE)

University of Toronto; Toronto; Vor Ort; CAD 8.000 - 11.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for GGR357H1S: Housing and Community Development, to deliver course content at the St. George campus in downtown Toronto. The appointment is 0.50 FCE with duties including lectures, syllabus development, and assessment.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. or be working toward one, and knowledge of the course topics is required; a professional development course on teaching is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Qualifications ( Minimum ): A Ph.D. or a PhD in progress is required. Knowledge of the course topics is required.
• Qualifications ( Preferred ): Completion of a professional development course on teaching preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lecture on the themes of the course; prepare the syllabus and lectures.
• Develop and administer grading, course assignments, tests and exams; mark and invigilate exams.
• Hold regular office hours; supervise teaching assistants; duties performed at the campus where the position is located.

Ausbildung

Ph.D. or PhD in progress

Jobbeschreibung

Sessional Lecturer - GGR357H1S: Housing and Community Development (0.50 FCE)

Date Posted: 10/15/2026
Req ID: 50563
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Geography and Planning
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Course Description: Focuses on the importance of adequate housing and quality neighbourhoods. It roots theoretical explanations and policy debates in realities using Canada and Toronto as examples. Topics covered include the evolution of public policies relating to social housing, rental housing, homeownership, neighborhoods, and homelessness.

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Class Schedule:

Mondays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sessional dates of Appointment:

January 01, 2027 to April 30, 2027

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.

Qualifications ( Minimum ): A Ph.D. or a PhD in progress is required. Knowledge of the course topics is required.

Qualifications ( Preferred ): Completion of a professional development course on teaching preferred.

Brief description of duties: Instructors will lecture on the themes of the course; prepare the syllabus and lectures; develop and administer grading, course assignments, tests and exams; mark and invigilate exams; hold regular office hours; and supervise teaching assistants. Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located.

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 considerations 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.

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] .