Sessional Instructor Positions

Sessional / Overload Appointments

The Department intends to offer the following course(s) during
WINTER 2024 SEMESTER

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures/Langues, Littératures et Cultures intends to offer the following course(s) during the Winter Semester 2025.  In accordance with Article 54 of the 2021-2025 Faculty Association Collective Agreement, the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures/Langues, Littératures et Cultures invites applications from qualified individuals interested in teaching the following course(s) during Winter 2025.

 

Course ARAB-1110-1 Introduction to Arabic II                                                                                                                    
(in person)

  • This course is the continuation of “Introduction to Arabic I”.  It is designed to increase vocabulary, enhance knowledge of the elements of Arabic language structure and provide additional oral (listening and speaking) and written (reading and writing) communication skills.   
  • The successful candidate will have:
  1. An MA or PhD in Literary Studies or Linguistics or another relevant field, with a focus on Arabic language, literature, or culture
  2. Native or near native fluency in Arabic
  3. A record of successful teaching at the University level

 

Course ASIA-2640-1 Special Topics in Chinese Literature                                                                                                 
(in person)

  • This course covers the development of modern Chinese literature in English translation.  Classic works and literary characters will be classified and analyzed.    
  • The successful candidate will have:
  1. An MA or PhD in Literary Studies or Linguistics or another relevant field, with a focus on Chinese language, literature, or culture
  2. Native or near native fluency in Mandarin
  3. A record of successful teaching at the University level

 

Course GRMN-2020-1 Intensive Intermediate German                                                                
(in person preferred or online )

  • This intensive language-training course combines the content of two courses into a single term. 
  • The successful candidate will have:
  1. An MA or PhD in Literary Studies or Linguistics or another relevant field, with a focus on German language, literature, or culture
  2. Native or near native fluency in German
  3. A record of successful teaching at the University level

 

ALL Candidates should include the following (failure to include these items may affect the evaluation outcomes):

  • A brief statement that explains how the applicant’s teaching and research background prepares her/him to teach this particular course
  • A previous syllabus related to the subject matter or a sample syllabus of the advertised course
  • A statement of teaching philosophy and interests (teaching dossier) as well as evidence of impact on student outcomes (which can include student feedback and ratings such as student perceptions of teaching of SPTs)

New Applications should include the following: (If candidate has previously taught at U of Windsor review Article 54:08 b)

  • Letter of application, including statement of citizenship/immigration status
  • A current curriculum vitae (for the Faculty Association template click here http://www.wufa.ca/article-131/scehdule-a-curriculum-vitae-form
  • Three current letters of reference sent directly by the referee to the email noted below.
  • Evidence of qualifications (e.g.  certification of degrees, dissertation and thesis topic)
  • Provide a list of all courses taught

 

Candidates who have previously taught at the University in the past two (2) years (article 54:08) and have submitted their written statement of interest by March 1 annually shall be considered for all courses to which they are qualified to teach.  Those who have taught previously at the University shall not be required to complete the application form or supply letters of recommendation for each reappointment (article 54:08 b).

The University of Windsor has implemented Conditional Access security requirements as part of our cybersecurity measures.  As a Sessional Instructor, this requires you to provide a bring-your-own device (BYOD) that meets these requirements.  https://uwindsor.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1975/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID-151334

If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Office of the Dean, Ms. Tracy MacLeod at tmacleod@uwindsor.ca.   Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (OHREA) http://www.uwindsor.ca/ohrea/.

Applications may be forwarded to:

Dr. Tanja Collet-Najem (tcollet@uwindsor.ca), Head
Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Room 2155 CHN
University of Windsor, Windsor, ON, N9B 3P4

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: September 25, 2024 at NOON

*(Subject to change, sufficient enrolment, and budgetary approval)

The University of Windsor is a welcoming community committed to Indigenization and decolonization, and equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in our teaching, learning, and work environments.  In pursuit of the University’s Employment Equity Plan, members from the designated groups (women, Indigenous/Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) persons, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.