An introduction to the arts and architecture from antiquity to the present day which emphasizes the deep connection between art and history. This broad overview will examine carefully a selection of works, including real objects and buildings in Toronto, which are representative of the upper-level courses currently offered by the Art History faculty. Special attention is paid to developing essential art historical skills, including the ability to look at, analyze, and write about works of art and architecture. Tutorials provide training in and experience applying the basic principles and vocabulary employed in art-historical scholarship. Frequent short writing assignments and exercises will be based on readings, lectures, and museum or gallery visits to collections in Toronto. No previous knowledge of history of art or architecture is required.
Estimated Course Enrolment:
400 students
Class Schedule:
TBD
Number of Positions Available:
6
Hours of Work:
143 hours
Salary:
$54.27/hour (plus vacation pay)
Please note that rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement will prevail.
Sessional Dates of Appointment:
September 2, 2025 to December 23, 2025; Final Assessment period December 5 - 23, 2025.
Please note that this position includes the completion of any course work and marking not finished by December 31, 2025.
Minimum Qualifications:
MA in Art History or a related field is required; PhD in Art History is strongly preferred.
Teaching, writing, and communication skills in the history of art are required.
Demonstrated experience in the variety of writing genres and styles associated with art history, including museum exhibitions, publications, reviews, criticism, academic analysis, popular print, and media.
Demonstrated experience supporting students' academic writing skills.
At least two years of experience creating and marking undergraduate writing exercises and/or undergraduate essays in art history.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous teaching experience in this or a similar course in the University of Toronto Art History Department.
Duties:
Attending weekly lectures (online asynchronous); leading one or more tutorial sections (in-person, times TBD); grading, tabulating and tracking grades; invigilating tests and exams; holding office hours for regular meetings with students.
Application Procedure:
All individuals interested in this position must submit a curriculum vitae and the CUPE3902 Unit 3 application form to the Department of Art History Graduate Administrator by email (graduate.arthistory@utoronto.ca). A valid email address is required. Applications must be submitted by the job closing date; late applications will not be considered.
Closing Date:
08/14/2025, 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.
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