At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach Finance for Planners, prepare lectures, and guide students in municipal finance.
- Company: University of Toronto, a diverse and inclusive academic community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and a chance to shape future planners.
- Other info: Encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and offers career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact by educating the next generation of planners in finance.
- Qualifications: Graduate degree in Economics and teaching experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to introduce planning students to current issues in municipal finance in Canada and around the world, provide basic economic tools to analyze municipal public finance problems, and emphasize the important role that municipal finance plays in planning decisions.
Class Schedule: Monday | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sessional dates of Appointment: January 01, 2027 to April 30, 2027
Qualifications (Minimum): A graduate degree in Economics or a related field with substantial professional experience in the area of municipal finance is required.
Qualifications (Preferred): Previous experience teaching this or a similar course for planning students at the Graduate university level is preferred.
Brief description of duties:
- Preparing materials for lectures and class discussions;
- Preparing course syllabi and selecting relevant readings;
- Developing, administering, and marking course assignments, tests and exams;
- Test/exam invigilation;
- Holding regular office hours;
- Planning and supervising the work of teaching assistants.
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. 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. Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.
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.
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.
Sessional Lecturer – Finance for Planners in Toronto employer: University of Toronto
The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth through innovative leadership programs and extensive networking opportunities. With a commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, this role provides a unique chance to shape the future of legal education while working alongside dedicated professionals in a state-of-the-art facility.
