Job Description

Working Title

Paralegal Adjunct Position (FACE-TO-FACE – EVENINGS & WEEKEND COLLEGE)

Position Status

Part Time

Department

School of Business and Industry

General Summary

Develops and teaches classes in various aspects of paralegal studies.

Specific Position Duties

1. Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field;
2. Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college;
3. Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners;
4. Provides students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.;
5. Administers tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives;
6. By various ways and means of instructing students,
1. Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field;
2. Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college;
3. Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners;
4. Provides students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.;
5. Administers tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives;
6. By various ways and means of instructing students, affirms the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn;
7. Maintains an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity;
8. Prepares adequately for class and arrives promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities;
9. Delivers material in a clear and understandable manner;
10. Addresses student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means;
11. Effectively handles routine procedures necessary for the successful, day-to-day operation of the department as delegated by the department chair;

Minimum Qualifications

An associate degree in paralegal studies or related field;
At least three years of relevant technical training, industry certifications, and/or experience in the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience.

Posting Number

A00093P

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