Sessional Lecturer – TYP056Y1: Introduction to Caribbean Studies Seminar 1

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Sessional Lecturer – TYP056Y1: Introduction to Caribbean Studies Seminar 1

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 06/06/2025
Req ID: 43144Faculty/Division: Vice-Provost, Students
Department: Transitional Year Programme
Campus: St. George CampusDescription:The Introduction to Caribbean Studies seminar, is designed to support TYP students enrolled in CAR120Y1 to identify key information in lecture and provide a thorough understanding of course material and assignments. The seminar will further explore Caribbean history, literature and thought which deal with a wide range of issues including gender, religion, politics, culture, ethnicity, race, development, language, colonialism and regional common markets. Your duties as governed by Article 7:03 of the Collective Agreement between the Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) 3902 Unit 3 will include:

  • Create course syllabus for course (TYP056).
  • Instruct and help students learn while providing an encouraging, creative, and positive enviorment for academic assistance for a variety of learning needs.
  • Preparation and presentation of course materials for seminars to help students succeed in academic writing for social science, history, and critical theory.
  • Counsel students with respect to academic progress and assist them in obtaining appropriate counseling for non-academic matters.
  • Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration.
  • Supervision of assigned TA support.
  • Evaluate attendance and course participation for the course.
  • Attending regularly scheduled faculty meetings.
  • Submitting marks for assessments associated with TYP056.

Qualifications: Completed or nearly completed Ph.D in Caribbean Studies or related discipline with course work and/or extensicee research in this area. Possess in-depth knowledge of Transitional Year Programme (TYP) student supports, curriculum, and culture. Demonstrated commitment to equity and anti-oppressive/social-justice approaches to education. Familiarity with Quercus and online/remote instructional methods.Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience at the university level preferred. Previous work experience, and/or coursework relating to anti-oppression and/or social-justice approaches to post-secondary education. In-depth knowledge of the University of Toronto community and University of Toronto student experience an asset. Knowledge of/experience with adult education and the University of Toronto. Experience advising students and providing academic support.Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a brief written screening question and/or an interview. No other offers or notices of the outcome of the applications are authorized.Salary: $19,641.40 (vacation pay included)Application Instructions: Please submit a cover letter and CV in the same PDF with the subject line “TYP056 – Introduction to Caribbean Studies seminar SL Application” to typ.office@utoronto.ca.Closing Date: 06/20/2025, 11:59PM EDT
**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.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 .

Expected salary

$19641.4 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 02:43:31 GMT

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