Sessional Lecturer ITA100Y1Y - Italian Language for Beginners
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- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
Req ID: 47536
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Ital Span Port & Lat Am Studies
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: YesDescription:University of TorontoDepartment of Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American StudiesEMERGENCY POSTINGJob Title: Sessional Lecturer (May 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026)Course number and title: ITA100Y1Y -Italian Language for BeginnersSection: LEC5101Course description: An introduction to the main elements of the Italian language. The development of speaking, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to Italian culture and texts.Estimated course enrolment: 30Estimated TA support: 0Class schedule: Mondays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Wednesdays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm*Please note, this course is scheduled to be delivered in person.Sessional dates of appointment: May 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026Salary (it includes vacation pay)Sessional Lecturer I: $19,641.40Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term: $21,020.07Sessional Lecturer II: $21,020.07Sessional Lecturer II, Long Term: $21,520.55Sessional Lecturer III: $21,520.55Sessional Lecturer III, Long Term: $22,060.71Please 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:
- A PhD in Italian Studies or a closely related field is required.
- Native or near-native proficiency in Italian.
- Demonstrated ability to explain Italian grammar clearly and concisely using appropriate examples in Italian.
- Demonstrated ability to describe and explain aspects of Italian culture with appropriate comparisons to the North American cultural context.
- Previous experience teaching beginner-level Italian language courses.
- Extensive and demonstrated excellence in teaching, and designing, language courses in a variety of academic contexts is preferred.
- Previous experience in teaching this or similar courses or equivalent is preferred.
Duties include consulting with the current course coordinator to ensure that course content, assessment practices, and progression are consistent with the existing course and aligned with the Italian language course sequence; designing the syllabus for a course delivered using a flipped-classroom model; preparing course materials, including a series of instructional videos to support the asynchronous components of the course; delivering course content; preparing tests, assignments, and examinations; administering written and oral assignments, tests, and examinations; developing evaluation rubrics and assessment criteria and using them to mark and assess written and oral assignments, tests, examinations, and class participation in accordance with established university grading standards; calculating and submitting final grades; holding regular office hours; and managing course communication and grade records on the course management system.Application instructions: All individuals interested in this position must submit an updated Curriculum Vitae, evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations, if available), and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form (available at ) by email to .This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. The position above is tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments.Closing Date: 04/08/2026, 11:59PM EDT
**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.Diversity StatementThe 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.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .