Sessional Lecturer – Introduction to Music and Health

About the role

The Department of Arts, Culture and Media at the University of Toronto Scarborough is seeking a sessional lecturer to teach the Fall 2026 course MUZA02H3F – Introduction to Music and Health. The position involves delivering in‑person lectures on Mondays from 1 pm to 3 pm and managing all course‑related activities through the semester.

Key responsibilities

• Design, prepare and deliver weekly lecture content for a university‑level credit course.
• Develop, administer and grade assignments, projects and final portfolios.
• Calculate and submit final grades in accordance with university policies.
• Maintain regular office hours to support student learning.

Required profile

• A graduate degree (ABD accepted) in music and health, community music, music therapy, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the post‑secondary level or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of the histories, contexts and theories linking music to health and wellness.
• Effective communication and pedagogical skills for university students.

What we offer

• Stipend in line with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement (approximately $10,000 for a half‑course).
• Opportunity to contribute to an interdisciplinary program at a leading Canadian university.