Sessional Lecturer - CAR220H1F Comparative Caribbean Literature

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Date Posted: 05/21/2025
Req ID: 43030
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Centre for Caribbean Studies
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Introduction to the rich and multi-linguistic literary traditions of the Caribbean and its diaspora, focusing on both canonical and emergent texts of Caribbean literature. Texts not originally written in English are read in translation.

Schedule: Tuesdays, 1pm - 3pm
Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently In Person. The course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Centre.

Sessional dates:September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025

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: Master and/or PhD in Literature, or related field

Description of Duties:

Develop a detailed syllabus and curriculum for the course

Plan and delivering in-person lectures for individual and group assignments and assessments

Design and invigilate assignments, tests and exams (if applicable)

Hold office hours and meet with students as they request

Manage course content and grades on Quercus, CIS and Emarks

Handleother pedagogical and administrative tasks ordinarily associated with an undergraduate course

Application instructions:

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Sarah Aleem () - Business Officer for the Centre for Caribbean Studies

Closing Date:06/20/2025, 11:59PM EDT

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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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