Sessional Lecturer - URB336H1S - Creative Cities (0.50 FCE)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto invites applications for a sessional lecturer in the Dept of Geography on the St. George campus in Toronto. The position runs January 01, 2027 to April 30, 2027, with class Monday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

Applicants should have MA or higher and strong teaching experience at the university level. Preference given to candidates advanced to Sessional Lecturer II/III under CUPE 3902 Unit 3. Applicants must be able to teach online if required and participate in exams, grading, and TA

Qualifications

• MA in related field; at least 5 years teaching at the university level.
• At least 5 years experience marking undergraduate essays.
• Evidence of recent teaching effectiveness; ability to teach online.

Responsibilities

• Lecture on course themes; prepare syllabus and lectures.
• Develop and administer grading, course assignments, tests and exams.
• Mark and invigilate exams; hold regular office hours; supervise TAs.

Skills

University-level teaching experience

Online teaching ability

Experience marking undergraduate essys

Education

MA in related field

PhD in Geography or related field preferred

Job description

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Date Posted: 10/14/2026
Req ID: 50527
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Geography
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

Course Description

A prominent thesis in the fields of planning and economic geography is that the presence of creative occupations in a city correlates positively with the overall health of urban regions. This course will investigate the nature of this link from theoretical and empirical perspectives and examine its potential usefulness in a planning/policy context.

30

TBD (Final TA hours will be based on enrolment figures)

Class Schedule

Monday | 7:00 PM - 9:00 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 )

MA in related field, at least 5 years of experience teaching at the university level, at least 5 years of experience marking undergraduate essays, evidence of recent teaching effectiveness, ability to teach online, if required.

Qualifications ( Preferred )

A PhD in Geography or a related field is 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; oversee tutorials, and supervise teaching assistants. Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located.

Closing Date

11/04/2026, 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.

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 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].