Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online)

Adjunct Faculty position teaching online paralegal courses on a course-by-course basis throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Manage online courses.
• Teach courses via online live lecture to paralegal students.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist and mentor students as needed.
• Attend online paralegal program faculty meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Three years of experience practicing law.
• Previous experience working with paralegals or legal assistants.
• Licensed by a state bar.

Skills

• Knowledgeable and current in the subject matter of assigned courses.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate instruction and student engagement.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to learn online platforms and conduct virtual meetings with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior college, university, or other teaching experience related to the legal field.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.