Sessional Lecturer – Writing, Advocacy & Social Media

About the role

The University of Toronto’s Innis College is seeking a sessional lecturer to deliver INI101H1S, a first‑year course that explores writing, advocacy, and social media within an urban context. The instructor will guide a small cohort of 25 students through in‑person classes each Thursday.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver all lectures and facilitate class discussions for the Thursday 2‑5 pm session.
• Develop lesson plans, assignments, and assessment criteria based on the provided syllabus.
• Grade all student work and submit final marks on schedule.
• Hold weekly office hours and respond to student inquiries via email or appointments.
• Maintain course records and adhere to university policies.

Required profile

• MA in journalism, urban studies, writing, media studies, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Professional background as a writer, journalist, editor, critic, or public communicator with a focus on cities, civic life, advocacy, or social media.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience in writing, journalism, media, urban studies, or a related discipline.

Required skills

• None

What we offer

• Competitive sessional salary ranging from $9,997.48 to $11,228.90 (CAD) per term, inclusive of vacation pay.
• Opportunity to teach at a leading Canadian university and engage with Toronto’s vibrant civic and media landscape.
• Supportive academic environment with access to departmental resources.