Sessional Lecturer - VIS320H1S: Critical Curatorial Lab

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for VIS320H1S: Critical Curatorial Lab. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering course material, managing digital tools, and grading assignments. Candidates should have an MA or MFA with teaching experience. The position spans from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026, offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• MA or MFA required with teaching experience.
• Applicants may be asked to supply references.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course material.
• Managing digital teaching materials.
• Marking of student work; submission of grades.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

MA or MFA

Job description

Sessional Lecturer - VIS320H1S: Critical Curatorial Lab

Date Posted: 10/27/2025
Req ID: 45741
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Architecture,Landscape&Design
Department: Daniels Faculty of Arch., Land & Design
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course Number and Title: VIS320H1S - Critical Curatorial Lab

Course Description: Projects and seminars develop an understanding of curatorial and critical practice in contemporary visual and media arts.

Class Schedule: TBA

Sessional Dates of Appointment: 1 January, 2026 to 30 April, 2026 (Winter semester)

Salary: $9,820.70 (Sessional Lecturer I)
$10,510.04 (Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term)
$10,510.04 (Sessional Lecturer II)
$10,760.28 (Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term)
$10,760.28 (Sessional Lecturer III)
$11,030.36 (Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term)
*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.

Minimum Qualifications: MA or MFA required with teaching experience. Applicants may be asked to supply references.

Preferred Qualifications: N/A

Description of Duties: Preparation and delivery of course material; managing digital teaching materials, preparation and delivery of assignments, tests; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

Application Instructions:

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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. West 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].