Sessional Lecturer: Special Topics: Toward Black Inclusion: Confronting Anti-Black Racism in Education (EDS369H1S)

Victoria College Program: Education & Society 

Position: Sessional Lecturer (1 Position - CUPE 3902, Unit 2)

EDS369H1S Special Topics: Toward Black Inclusion: Confronting Anti-Black Racism in Education - This course explores the roots, realities, and impact of anti-Black racism in Canadian society and education. In the first half, students will examine historical and contemporary forms of systemic oppression, focusing on how anti-Black racism operates in educational contexts. Through the study of Black Canadian histories, voices, and lived experiences, students will deepen their understanding of structural inequities and develop tools to critically analyze and challenge them. The second half of the course emphasizes collective responsibility and transformative action. Students will explore principles of Black inclusion, solidarity, and allyship, with a focus on applying anti-racism strategies in schools, classrooms, and organizational settings. The course equips students to imagine and support institutional change that promotes educational justice, equity, and the flourishing of Black communities.

Expected course time: Fridays, 11 am – 1 pm

Enrolment cap: 40

Dates of appointment: January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026

Course Modality: In-person, Victoria College campus

Teaching Assistant: There is no TA support

The salary will be as per the CUPE agreement (e.g., September 2023 Sessional Lecturer rate is $9,457.90 including vacation pay).

Requirements:

• PhD/EdD in Education or a closely related field (e.g., Social Justice Education, Sociology, Black Studies, Critical Race Studies, Curriculum Studies, or Equity Studies).
• Demonstrated scholarly expertise in anti-Black racism, Black inclusion, and equity-focused education, as evidenced by research, publications, or community-engaged work.
• Proven experience teaching at the university level, with a strong record of undergraduate teaching excellence.
• Deep familiarity with the historical and contemporary dynamics of anti-Black racism in Canadian society and the education system.
• Experience incorporating Black Canadian perspectives and voices into curriculum and pedagogy.
• Strong commitment to inclusive, accessible, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to support students in developing critical and reflective practices related to educational justice.
• Lived experience and/or community engagement that informs an understanding of Black inclusion and allyship in education (considered a strong asset).
• Demonstrated qualifications in and commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in education.

Application: You must submit as one PDF file, in the following order: Cover Letter, CV, and any other supporting material, e.g., teaching evaluations, proposed course outline

Your file must follow this naming convention: Your full name – course code application – date of submission. e.g., FirstName Surname – EDS369H1F application – May 15, 2025

Closing date for applications: May 20, 2025

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 2 Collective Agreement.

Victoria University is committed to equity in access to employment and a diverse and inclusive workplace. The University encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants’ lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department vic.hr@utoronto.ca.