Sessional Lecturer – FAH382H1S Art Writing

Job title:

Sessional Lecturer – FAH382H1S Art Writing

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 07/17/2024
Req ID: 38499
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Art History
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course Number and Title: FAH382H1S Art WritingCourse Description: Study and practice in the variety of writing genres and styles associated with art history and contemporary criticism. Students will develop skills in writing for museum exhibitions and publications, reviews and criticism, academic analysis, and writing for popular print and media. Regular and frequent writing assignments. Recommended for FAH majors and specialists.Estimated Course Enrolment: 50 studentsEstimated TA Support (based on full course enrolment): 56 hoursClass Schedule: Mondays 2:00-4:00 pm (In Person)*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently In Person. In keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.Sessional dates of appointment: January 6, 2025 to April 30, 2025; Final Assessment period April 9-30, 2025.Please note: This position includes the completion of any course work and marking not finished by April 30, 2025.Salary:

• Sessional Lecturer I $9,457.90
• Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term $9,930.79
• 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 $10,570.02

Please 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.Minimum qualifications:

• MA in Art History or a related field is required; PhD in Art History is strongly preferred.
• Teaching, writing, and communication skills in the history of art are required.
• Demonstrated experience in the variety of writing genres and styles associated with art history, including museum exhibitions, publications, reviews, criticism, academic analysis, popular print and media.
• At least two years’ experience creating and marking undergraduate writing assignments, exercises, and/or undergraduate essays in art history or a related field.
• Training in education would be an asset.

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience in this or a similar course at the university level.

Description of duties: All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including: preparing and delivering one 2-hour lecture per week and/or leading classroom discussions during the 2 contact hours each week; developing and publishing the syllabus and marking scheme through Quercus; supervision of teaching assistants; preparing relevant assignments for student assessment, and (if applicable) setting and invigilating term tests and final examination / assignments for student assessment; grading and reporting of final grades; maintaining office hours for academic counseling of students; answer queries by email or appointment.Application Instructions: All individuals interested in this position must submit (1) a curriculum vitae, and (2) the to the Department via the . A valid email address is required. Applications must be submitted by the job closing date; late applications and applications submitted through the U of T online application system will not be considered.The University of Toronto 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 accommodation as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please email .Closing Date: 08/07/2024, 4:59 PM 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.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, 19 Jul 2024 00:06:25 GMT

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