Sessional Lecturer - LHA- Politics of Education

Sessional Lecturer – LHA
1818H – Politics of Higher Education

University of Toronto – Woodsworth College;
Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto);
Faculty: OISE;
Department:
Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education.

Course Overview
This course examines the field of higher education through a political lens, covering relations between institutions and states, institutions and each other, and within institutions. The aim is to introduce students to the fundamental assumptions and applications of political theories at international, national, organizational, and individual levels. Topics include political theory, dynamics, sources of power, and political behaviour. These concepts are used to analyse current debates such as higher education as a public or private good, academic freedom, accountability, internal governance, leadership and administration, and labour relations.

Estimated Enrollment
: 25 students |
Estimated TA Support
:
None.

Class Schedule
Tuesday 17:00–20:00, Thursday 17:00–20:00 – In person.

Sessional Dates
:
July 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Higher Education or a related field.
• 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 and a proven track record of teaching online, preferably using Canvas/Quercus.

Preferred Qualifications

• None.

Description of Duties

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

Application Instructions
Apply online:
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.

Salary (Pay for half course, vacation pay included)

• $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

Please note that, if rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Closing Date
: 03/22/2026, 11:59 PM EDT.

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:
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