Sessional Lecturer – Writing, Advocacy, and Social Media

About the role

The University of Toronto’s Innis College is seeking a Sessional Lecturer to teach INI101H1F: Writing, Advocacy, and Social Media. This first‑year course introduces students to the city as a creative environment that promotes social justice, equality, and civic engagement. The role involves delivering in‑person instruction to a cohort of approximately 25 students on Thursdays from 2 pm to 5 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver all lectures and facilitate class discussions for the full course.
• Design, grade, and return assignments, exams, and final marks in accordance with the provided syllabus.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and submit final grades on schedule.
• Hold weekly office hours and respond promptly to student inquiries via email or appointment.
• Follow the existing course outline and adapt teaching methods as needed.

Required profile

• MA in journalism, urban studies, writing, media studies, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum three years of experience teaching writing, journalism, media, urban studies, or a related discipline.
• Professional background as a writer, journalist, editor, critic, or public communicator with emphasis on cities, civic life, advocacy, or social media.
• Preferred: publication record in journalism, nonfiction, criticism, or urban writing.
• Demonstrated interest in pedagogy and familiarity with the range of undergraduate writing abilities.
• Knowledge of Toronto’s civic, cultural, and media landscape.

Required skills

• None specific technical tools required.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term appointment from September 1 2026 to December 31 2026.
• Competitive sessional salary in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Opportunity to teach at a leading Canadian university and engage with a vibrant urban community.
• Access to campus facilities and professional development resources.