Sessional Lecturer - ENG235H1S LEC0101 - The Graphic Novel

Course Description:

 ****An introduction to book-length sequential art, this course includes fictional and nonfictional comics, with a focus on formal properties such as narrative layout and text/art hybridity. Themes vary but may include superheroes; auto/biography; the figure of the outsider; women in comics; alienation and youth; and war reporting. 

Estimated TA support: 270 TA hours 

Estimated course enrollment: 120 students

Class schedule: Mondays 3-5pm and Wednesdays 4-5pm IN PERSON 

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

This position includes the completion of any course work and marking not finished by April 30, 2027.

Salary (Includes Vacation Pay): 

• Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.47 
• Sessional Lecturer I - Long term: $10,669.21
• Sessional Lecturer II: $10,669.21 
• Sessional Lecturer II- Long term: $10,953.96 
• Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III- Long term: $11,228.90 

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

Minimum qualifications:

A background in the graphic novel with a PhD or strong academic record in the field is required.  Demonstrated ability to teach the graphic novel at the undergraduate level is also required. 

Preferred qualifications:

Preference shall be given to qualified individuals with both extensive and recent experience of teaching this course or a closely equivalent course.    

Description of duties: 

All duties associated with teaching an Undergraduate Course: 

• Preparation of course outline, course syllabus, and course marking scheme 
• Planning seminar meetings, delivering seminar instructions, developing, marking and administering course assignments 
• Setting and marking tests/exams and course administration in accordance with University of Toronto regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for Instructors 
• Submission of grades 
• Available and hold regular office hours for academic counselling of students 
• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions 
• Holding regular office hours and the supervision of any assigned TA support

Application Procedure: 

Applicants should submit by email a detailed letter of application: an updated curriculum vitae, and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form along with teaching evaluations if available, and the names and contact information of 3 references. 

Please submit applications to:

Professor Andrea Walkden

C/O Jessie Chen, Undergraduate Assistant

University of Toronto, Department of English

To Jessie Chen at [email protected]  

Please use the following subject: Winter 2027 – Sessional Lecturer – ENG235H1S LEC0101 - The Graphic Novel 

 

Closing Date: 05/12/2026, 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.

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.

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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 [email protected].