Sessional Lecturer-ENGC87H3-Creative Writing: Fiction II-Winter 2025

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Sessional Lecturer-ENGC87H3-Creative Writing: Fiction II-Winter 2025

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

The following position for a Sessional Lecturer is available in the Department of English for the Winter 2025 academic session. This posting is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between The Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 3902 (Unit 3). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, this posting is being sent as an email notification to all Sessional Lecturers and Sessional Instructional Assistants who are teaching in that Department during the current academic year or who have taught for that Department within the previous 36 months, Sessional Lecturers II and Sessional Lecturers III advanced to that rank by the hiring department who have taught for that Department within the previous three (3) academic years, and any person who has submitted a Curriculum Vitae and application within the past 36 months. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with 14:12. All pool members who wish to be considered for a particular position must submit an application and updated curriculum vitae to Professor Alice Maurice, Chair of the Department of English, University of Toronto Scarborough using the online application system found atSalary: in accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be:
Sessional Lecturer I: $9,457.90
Sessional Lecturer I-Long Term: $9,930.79.54
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,121.77
Sessional Lecturer II-Long Term: $10,326.62
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76
Sessional Lecturer III-Long Term: $10,570.01Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.Sessional Dates (excluding Exam period): January 6, 2025 – April 4, 2025Note: all positions involve completion of any course grading not finished by April 30, 2025 for Winter courses.Course Number/Title/DescriptionSection/TimeDates of AppointmentEstimated EnrolmentEstimatedT.A. HoursDutiesQualificationsWinter 2025ENGC87H3 Creative Writing: Fiction IIAn intensive study of the writing of fiction through a selected theme, topic, or author. The course will undertake its study through discussions, readings, and workshop sessions.LEC 01In-personTU 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm.January 1 – April 30, 202520TBDAll normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours.Graduate degree in English, Creative Writing, or related field, or relevant teaching experience. Strong professional record of publishing fiction, either short stories or novels. Teaching experience at the university level is an asset, especially previous experience teaching the writing of fiction.Please include a proposed course syllabus with the application.Application instructions: Applications must be submitted electronically, with a cover letter outlining your qualifications, and a current curriculum vitae with the application using the online application system found at (Only applications received on the above website will be considered.)Please attach the electronic file (MS Word or PDF) with a file name convention of Surname, FirstName, and Course Code.Link to timetable:Term Important Dates: Please see CalendarDepartment Contact:This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:48:24 GMT

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