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Lecturer | ASC Communications Studio – Fall Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Toronto Metropolitan University
Title: Lecturer | ASC Communications Studio – Fall
Company: Toronto Metropolitan University
Location: Toronto, Canada
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Position: Contract Lecturer | ASC 101: Communications Studio – Fall 2026
Appointment Details
Course Information
Representation and Composition. This studio course introduces the basic techniques of visual communication through drawing (both manually and by computer), model building, etc. Techniques and theories of representation, composition and spatial organization are presented and developed through exercises and projects which relate the themes of the other first term courses, culminating in the design of a very simple building. Accompanying lectures provide students with background principles and theory for graphic communication.
Course: ASC 101:
Communications Studio
Semester/Term: Fall 2026
Hours/Section: 9 hours/section
Estimated Number of Students: 15 students
a) A reduced sessional appointment / one semester is for between 9 and 15 hours in any one semester.
Course delivery in Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 will be in-person. Candidates hired for in-person courses will be required to carry out their teaching on campus.
Qualifications
Evidence may be requested for all categories.
Education
Applicants must possess an accredited degree in Architecture (B.Arch. or M.Arch).
Applicants with a relevant advanced degree may be given preference.
This studio is team taught, with individual instructors working with a section of about 15-16 students. Applicants should demonstrate the relevance of their educational background to the objectives of this studio.
Experience
Applicants should have at least 3-years of professional architectural experience.
OAA registration (or equivalent in another jurisdiction) is preferred.
Applicants with an exceptional record of related experience may be considered.
Applicants should articulate the alignment of their experience with the nature of the course/studio
Currency
Applicants must demonstrate current understanding of the architectural field and the particular issues related to this course through teaching, professional practice, publications, and/or participation in relevant conferences (within the past five years).
Current DAS CUPE 1 Lecturers are expected to provide an updated currency report to be considered for contract lecturer positions as per article 17.1.h of the collective agreement.
Teaching Skills
Applicants must have experience teaching in an accredited architecture program, preferably at the introductory level. Applicants without teaching experience, but with an exceptional record of relevant practice or creative work, may be considered.
Applicants should demonstrate in their applications an understanding of the unique pedagogical issues related to teaching design to undergraduate students.
Applicants should demonstrate commitment to inclusive teaching and awareness of EDI priorities, including but not limited to demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population; and incorporating course materials and/or guest lecturers to provide different knowledge, perspectives, lived experiences and worldviews.
Interactive Skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with colleagues and students; ability to work effectively in groups; ability to resolve conflicts constructively; ability to carry out the duties and obligations of an Instructor in a respectful manner; ability to empathize with others and consider varied perspectives; commitment to on-going self-assessment; effectively facilitate respectful classroom discussions addressing diverse student identities, perspectives and experiences.
Other Requirements
Applicants must submit a cover letter and samples of teaching work and/or relevant design/creative/professional work in a succinct portfolio (PDF and/or link to a portfolio/publications).