Sessional Lecturer, INF2172H Readers' Advisory Reference Work and Resources

University of Toronto
Faculty of Information

Sessional Lecturer

Winter Term 2027 (January 2027 - April 2027 )

INF2172H-Readers Advisory: Reference Work and Resources

Course Description:

This course (INF2172H Readers Advisory: Reference Work and Resources) introduces students to the selected theories underlying reading studies and readers advisory (RA); the major genres and sub-genres of fiction and non-fiction materials that comprise the core of RA work; a wide array of RA print and electronic tools; and current practices of delivering RA services in both public and academic libraries with the focus on the former. The concept of integrated RA will be reviewed and alternative formats for providing advisory services will be discussed (films music games Living Libraries etc.).

Recognizing that readers advisory for children and teens/young adults requires special in-depth treatment this course focuses only on adult readers. It is expected that by the end of the course students will be able to (1) efficiently interview readers in order to identify their reading needs; (2) acquire an in-depth understanding of reading genres; (3) become familiar with a variety of readers advisory tools and use them confidently and proficiently; and (4) identify opportunities and means for continuing professional development in the area of RA.

This course is for students interested in public librarianship; aspiring school media specialists; and future academic librarians who will develop collections in support of research and courses in popular genre fiction literature cultural anthropology and other disciplines that recognize the importance of stories.

Estimate of the course enrolment: 35

Estimate of TA Support: None anticipated. Estimate of 75 hours with enrollment of 36 or greater. Allocation of TA hours if any will be based on enrolment numbers.

Class Schedule:TBD. You are required to be located in geographical proximity to the applicable University premises in order to attend and perform your duties on University premises as of the Starting Date.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1 2027 - April 30 2027

Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I: $10889
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $11652
Sessional Lecturer II $11652
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $11924
Sessional Lecturer III: $11924
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $12202

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

Qualifications:Preferably candidates will have a completed or nearly completed PhD degree in an area related to the course or a Masters degree plus extensive professional experience in an area related to the course. Teaching experience is preferred.

Brief description of duties:Preparing course materials; delivering course content (e.g. seminars lectures and labs); developing and administering course assignments tests & exams; grading; holding regular office hours.

Application Deadline:June. 16 2026

Application Process: Applicants must submit a CV and a completedCUPE 3902 Unit 3 application formin one pdf file to the attention of:

Nafiseh Yazdian Administrative Coordinator
Faculty of Information 140 St. George StreetUniversity of Toronto


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 and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.