Sessional Lecturer - URB337H1F: Housing and Homelessness (0.50 FCE)

Date Posted: 07/08/2026
Req ID: 49196
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Geography and Planning
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Course: URB337H1F: Housing and Homelessness

Course Description:

Toronto, like other global cities, is characterized by a stark dichotomy: upscale residential and commercial development transforms the landscape, even while increasing numbers of residents are forced to live on the streets, in encampments, in shelters, or crowded into unaffordable and substandard housing. This course will examine that paradox and activism that is trying to achieve the federal government's stated goal: "By 2030, everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and that meets their needs". Through readings, discussions, guest presenters, and activities, we will trace the links between housing, homelessness, and urban politics; review policies and trends at the municipal, provincial/territorial and national levels; and connect with urban movements to contest displacement.

Session Details:

Salary:

***This posting is for one (1) 0.50 FCE position.

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:

MA in related field; at least 5 years of experience teaching at the university level; at least 5 years of experience marking undergraduate essays; evidence of recent teaching effectiveness; ability to teach online if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in related field preferred.

Brief Description of Duties:

Instructors will lecture on the themes of the course; prepare the syllabus and lectures; develop and administer grading, course assignments, tests and exams; mark and invigilate exams; hold regular office hours; oversee tutorials; and supervise teaching assistants. Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located.

Closing Date and Procedure for a pool member to indicate interest in being considered for the position:

To apply, please submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if applicable), the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form (https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form), and names for two possible references by July 29, 2026 to:

OFFICE OF THE CHAIR
Department of Geography and Planning
Faculty of Arts and Science – University of Toronto
100 St. George Street, Room 5047
Toronto, ON M5S 3G3
Email: jobs.geoplan@utoronto.ca

Closing Date: 07/29/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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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.