Adjunct Faculty-Paralegal

About the role

Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation.

Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
• Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean.
• Assists in achieving shared goals and visions within the division.
• Incorporates diverse learning styles into instruction.
• Advises students and registers them.
• Maintains compliance with Dallas College policies and procedures.
• Serves on and attends college committees as assigned.
• Attends campus commencement exercises as required and participates in other college meetings and activities.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher in Paralegal or related field, with current license/certificate in the field, and three years of nonteaching, work related experience. Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service.

Physical Requirements

May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Pay

Compensation Range: Varies by Program and Contract

Schedule

United States of America (Exempt)

Benefits

Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.