Sessional Lecturer-ENGC88H3-Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction II-EMERG Fall2026

Date Posted: 07/30/2026

Req ID: 49680

Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough

Department: UTSC:Dept-English

Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

The following position for a Sessional Lecturer is available in the Department of English for the Fall 2026 academic session. This is an emergency posting 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 twenty‑four (24) 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 twenty‑four (24) 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 Karina Vernon, Chair of the Department of English, University of Toronto Scarborough using the online application system found at

Salary

- Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.48
- Sessional Lecturer I‑Long Term: $10,699.22
- Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22
- Sessional Lecturer II‑Long Term: $10,953.96
- Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
- Sessional Lecturer III‑Long Term: $11,228.90





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.

Sessional Dates (excluding Exam period)

September 8 – December 8, 2026.

Note: all positions involve completion of any course grading not finished by December 31, 2026 for Fall courses.

Course Details

- Course: ENGC88H3 – Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction II (E)
- Semester: Fall 2026
- Lecture: LEC 01
- Location: In‑person
- Timings: Tue 11:00 – 13:00
- Dates of Appointment: September 1 – December 31, 2026
- Estimated Enrolment: 20
- Estimated T.A. Hours: N/A
- Duties: All 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.

Course Description: An advanced study of the craft of creative non‑fiction. Through in‑depth discussion, close reading of exceptional texts and constructive workshop sessions, students will explore special topics in the genre such as fact versus fiction, writing real people, the moral role of the author, the interview process, and how to get published. Students will also produce, workshop and rewrite an original piece of long‑form creative non‑fiction and prepare it for potential publication.

Graduate degree in English,



Creative Writing, or a related field, or equivalent teaching experience. A robust record of publishing nonfiction, including essays, memoirs, or book‑length works, is required. University‑level teaching experience is an asset, particularly experience teaching creative nonfiction writing.

Please include a proposed course syllabus with the application.

Closing Date

08/07/2026, 11:59PM EDT

Diversity Statement

The 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.

Accessibility Statement

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