Sessional Lecturer for Caribbean Societies (CAR225)

About the role

The University of Toronto’s Centre for Caribbean Studies seeks a sessional lecturer to teach CAR225: Caribbean Societies. This interdisciplinary course examines Caribbean sociology from decolonization to contemporary issues, covering colonial encounters, religion, popular consciousness, capitalism, political institutions, and development.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a detailed syllabus and curriculum aligned with course objectives.
• Deliver in‑person lectures and facilitate group discussions.
• Design, administer, and invigilate assignments, tests, and exams.
• Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Hold regular office hours and meet with students as needed.
• Manage course content, grades, and communications on Quercus, CIS, and Emarks.
• Perform additional pedagogical and administrative duties associated with an undergraduate course.

Required profile

• Master’s or PhD in Literature or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Caribbean sociology and related scholarly literature.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level in a university setting.
• Ability to develop engaging curriculum and assess student learning.

Required skills

• Quercus (learning management system)
• CIS (course information system)
• Emarks (assessment platform)

What we offer

• Competitive sessional lecturer compensation as per collective agreement.
• Opportunity to teach at a leading Canadian university.
• Professional development within a vibrant Centre for Caribbean Studies.