Sessional Lecturer - CAR220H1F Comparative Caribbean Literature
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Develop a detailed syllabus and curriculum for the course
- Plan and deliver in-person lectures for individual and group assignments and assessments
- Evaluate student performance
- 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
- Handle other pedagogical and administrative tasks ordinarily associated with an undergraduate course
Requirements
Master and/or PhD in Literature, or related field
Qualifications
N/A
Skills
N/A
Benefits
N/A
Pay
Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.47
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $10,699.21
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.21
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,953.96
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $11,228.9
Schedule
Tuesdays, 1pm - 3pm
Benefits
N/A
Schedule
Sessional dates: September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
Application Instructions
Please send your CV and Cover Letter to Sarah Aleem (sarah.aleem@utoronto.ca) - Business Officer for the Centre for Caribbean Studies
Closing Date
08/29/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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