Sessional Lecturer - VPSB74H3Y Observational Drawing

Search Keywords More Filter Options: Campus and Job Category Loading... Campus All Job Category All Clear **Select How Often (in Days) To Receive An Alert** Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Apply now » Sessional Lecturer \- VPSB74H3Y Observational Drawing Department of Arts, Culture and Media University of Toronto Scarborough **STUDIO ART Emergency Posting** **POSTING DATE: March 26, 2026** **CLOSING DATE: April 6, 2026** The following Sessional Lecturer positions are available in the Department of Arts, Culture and Media for the **Summer 2026** academic session. In accordance with the Collective Agreement, this posting is being sent as an email notification to all applicants in the Department’s Applicant Pool: all Sessional Lecturers who are teaching for the Department during the current academic year or who have taught for the Department since September 1, 2005, and all persons who have submitted an application within the past twenty\-four 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\. **Application Process** Applications must be submitted electronically, with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and a current curriculum vitae to Professor ME Luka, Acting Chair of the Department of Arts, Culture and Media, University of Toronto Scarborough using the online application system found at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/acm/app/sl ***All applicants to Studio Art positions must also include the following materials combined into a SINGLE PDF: a 1 to 2 page cover letter highlighting your qualifications for the position, a current CV, 5 to 10 samples of recent artistic work relevant to the position, 5 to 10 samples of student work if available, and the names/contact information of 2 to 3 references.*** **Salary:** in accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be: Sessional Lecturer I: $9,820\.50 Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term (Six or more years as SL I): $10,510\.04 Sessional Lecturer II: $10,510\.04 Sessional Lecturer III: $10,760\.28 *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):** Y courses: May. 4 – Aug. 6, 2026 **Note** : all positions involve completion of any course grading not finished by August 31, 2026 for Y courses. **Course Code \& Description** **Section/** **Time** **Dates of Appointment** **Estimated Enrolment** **Estimated** **T.A. Hours** **Duties** **Qualifications** **VPSB74H3Y Observational Drawing** This course will introduce students to the concepts, techniques, and media of contemporary observational drawing. Representational drawing will form the basis for developing personal and imaginative expression. Still lives, portraiture, and figure drawing will form the basis for learning to draw what students see using a range of mark\-making techniques and design elements. This course will also give students a critical perspective on representation in drawing through readings and lectures. **LEC 01** In\-person **TU 10\-1** May 1 \- August 31, 2026 20 N/A All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; participation in Studio’s exhibitions and guest lecture opportunities on campus; development, administration and marking of assignments and final portfolios; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours. Applicant to work closely with permanent faculty. Teaching experience at the university level. Instructor must have expertise in teaching observational drawing techniques utilizing methods ranging from drawing with live models, portraiture, and still life. Instructor must have experience with pedagogy that links these fundamental drawing approaches to more experimental contemporary drawing practice. A comprehensive knowledge of contemporary and conceptual art practices as it relates to observational drawing is required. Instructor must have an active practice with observational drawing as the primary part of that practice. An exhibition history involving drawing from observation via the still\-life, portraiture or figuration in a range of contexts is required. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. The position(s) posted above is (are) tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments. Courses must meet a minimum enrolment of more than 50 in order to qualify for TA hours **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. 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 http://uoft.me/UP. **Accessibility Statement** The 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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. Apply now » **Find Similar Jobs** CUPE 3902 (Unit 3\) Opportunities, CUPE 3902 (Unit 3\) Emergency Posting Opportunities