Sessional Lecturer – North American Consumer Culture (1890‑present)

About the role

The University of Toronto Mississauga seeks a Sessional Lecturer to teach the course VCC236H5F: North American Consumer Culture, covering the period from 1890 to the present. The role involves delivering lectures, guiding discussions, and assessing student work for a class of approximately 60 students.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver weekly lectures and tutorials according to the course syllabus.
• Prepare and grade assignments, tests, and examinations.
• Supervise and coordinate with one teaching assistant.
• Maintain accurate records of student grades and submit them to university officials.
• Hold regular office hours to support student learning.
• Organise guest speaker sessions as needed.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (e.g., History, Cultural Studies, Visual Studies).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching the same or a closely related course.
• Experience as the sole instructor of a university credit course is an asset.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive sessional salary rates as outlined in the collective agreement.
• Opportunity to teach at a leading Canadian university.
• Access to campus resources and academic community.