Sessional Lecturer - LHA- Innovative Curricula in Education and Professional Programs

Sessional Lecturer - LHA
1848H - Innovative Curricula in Higher Education and Professional Programs

University: University of Toronto – Woodsworth College |
Posted: Feb 27, 2026 |
Employment: Full‑time |
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

This course explores how educators in higher education and professional programs approach curriculum development from an innovative perspective. Curriculum theories, philosophical perspectives in the literature, and current realities in the classroom will be explored. Curriculum challenges with respect to access, quality and funding in higher education will be identified and analyzed, and innovative strategies for addressing these challenges will be generated.

Estimated enrolment: 25 students |
Estimated TA support: No

Class schedule: Monday 17:00‑20:00, Wednesday 17:00‑20:00 (Online Synchronous)

Appointment dates: July 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026

• Doctorate in Higher Education or a related field AND a master’s degree in a professional field other than education (e.g., engineering, library science, law)
• Demonstrated record of scholarship in Higher Education and the subject area of the course
• Practical experience related to the topic of the course
• Successful graduate teaching experience in the subject area of the course and a successful track record of teaching online, preferably using Canvas/Quercus

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• Prepare, organize, and lead the graduate half‑course
• Be available to students seeking assistance between classes
• Evaluate student work and provide feedback

• $9,820.70 – Sessional Lecturer I
• $10,510.04 – Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term
• $10,510.04 – Sessional Lecturer II
• $10,760.28 – Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term
• $10,760.28 – Sessional Lecturer III
• $11,030.36 – Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term

Apply online at  Include a cover letter indicating your expertise in the subject area, your CV, evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations, if available), and the names and emails of three referees.

03/22/2026, 11:59 PM EDT

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Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Engineering, Education

Job posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. 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. 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.