Construction Law Instructor - Adjunct

About the role

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.

Requirements

• Must have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Demonstrate a strong record of teaching excellence.
• Responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate-level Construction Law courses, with a primary commitment to in‑person instruction.
• Professional experience in the construction industry, including expertise in areas such as construction contracts, project delivery methods, risk management, dispute resolution, construction claims, regulatory compliance, or related legal matters.
• Ability to bring practical industry knowledge into the classroom and demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, innovative teaching, and academic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues.
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly).
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent.
• Review and administer pre‑ and post‑testing in all appropriate courses.
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses.
• Notify registrar of changes in roster.
• Prevent “do not admit” students from entering class until cleared.
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student.
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi.
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area.
• Conduct class according to scheduled times.
• Prevent excessive breaks.
• Avoid dismissing classes early.
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session.
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising.
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5 pm EST following the end of each term.
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy.
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner.
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance.
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught.
• Complete annual professional development plans.
• Tutor students as necessary.
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct.