Sessional Lecturer - VCC304H5S Visual Culture and the Politics of Identity

University of Toronto - Woodsworth College; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Peel Region is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for a course on Visual Culture and the Politics of Identity. Candidates must have an MA in a related field and experience teaching. Responsibilities include course design, teaching, grading, and coordinating guest speakers. The position offers a salary of $9,820.07 to $11,030.35 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: An MA in a related field is required.
• Experience as a sole responsibility course instructor is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach a university credit course.
• Prepare assignments, supervise teaching assistants, and mark students’ work.
• Submit grades and coordinate guest speakers.

Skills

Subject mastery

Teaching experience

Education

MA in a related field

Job description

Overview

Sessional Lecturer - VCC304H5S Visual Culture and the Politics of Identity

Course number and title: VCC304H5 Visual Culture and the Politics of Identity

Topic description: Examines the ways in which social-cultural identities are constructed by, and at times disrupt, various visual technologies, logics, and representational strategies. Issues and problems to be addressed include nationality, stereotyping, invisibility, and surveillance. Course materials will be drawn from modern and contemporary art and visual culture, and will also include readings from the fields of feminism, race studies, queer theory, and performance studies.

Estimated course enrolment: 50

Estimated TA support: 1

Class schedule: Monday 11:00-13:00

Sessional dates of appointment: January 5 - April 6, 2026

Salary: see details below

Responsibilities

• Design and teach a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course material.
• Prepare and deliver assignments, tests and/or exams, supervise teaching assistants, and mark students’ work.
• Submit grades to university officials and hold regular office hours.
• Coordinate scheduling of guest speakers (limited to one week class session).

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: An MA in a related field is required along with demonstrated mastery of the subject area.
• Experience as a sole responsibility course instructor is an asset.

Salary and Appointment Details

• $9,820.07 (Sessional Lecturer I)
• $10,510.03 (Sessional Lecturer I Long Term)
• $10,510.03 (Sessional Lecturer II)
• $10,760.27 (Sessional Lecturer II Long Term)
• $10,760.27 (Sessional Lecturer III)
• $11,030.35 (Sessional Lecturer III Long Term)

Application Instructions

• Please email your CV and a letter of application to Professor Brian Price, Chair, Department of Visual Studies at [e-mail]
• An individual application is required for each job posting. Do not apply for multiple positions in one email. Include your last name and the course code in the email subject line.
• No late applications will be accepted.
• Selections for positions are made by the Chair. Questions may be directed to Steph Sullivan at [e-mail]

Closing Date

Closing Date: 10/13/2025, 11:59PM EDT

Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging. 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.

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Accessibility

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and is committed to accessibility in recruitment, assessment and selection processes. If you require accommodations, please contact [e-mail].

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