Adjunct Faculty Paralegal Certificate Program

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and administer substantive course content.
• Develop and administer assignments and other activities that accurately assess the students’ learning and provide timely feedback on any such assignments.
• Create a syllabus that meets Program and CPS requirements.
• Prepare and submit accurate attendance rosters, student grades, book orders, leave reports, and/or other assigned documents when due.
• Learn and effectively utilize CPS digital resources such as Blackboard and Novasis to administer tests, record attendance, and submit grades.
• Hold classes on time and for the full duration of the published class time.
• Congduct in a professional manner all class hours as assigned by the course schedule and academic calendar.
• Attend CPS faculty meetings (typically once per semester).
• Create and maintain alternative educational activities that students may use in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
• Support and adhere to all CPS policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Recent experience working as or with paralegals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to assess student learning through testing, presentations, and in-class simulations.
• Ability to teach adult students using methods that promote engaged learning.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• J.D. preferred but not required if applicant is currently employed (or was recently employed) as a paralegal.