Job Description
Paralegal Faculty Position at Reputed Firm - Full-time 12 Month
Salary: $55,321.07 per year
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (ACC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Paralegal Faculty member to join our team. This is a full-time 12-month tenure track position with a competitive salary based on the highest degree earned and years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will possess a strong commitment to student engagement, success, and instructional excellence. As a member of the faculty, you will have the opportunity to teach a variety of courses within the Paralegal Department, including both classroom and online settings. This is not a remote position.
Job Summary
The Paralegal Faculty member will be responsible for instructing and supervising a diverse population of students, managing the Co-Op internship program, and maintaining a commitment to student success and instructional excellence. The successful candidate will also possess effective communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods and technology to facilitate learning. Other duties include advising students, assessing student performance, and participating in professional development activities.
Essential Duties
- Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in classroom and online settings. - Manage the Co-Op internship program, including networking with local law firms and agencies, assigning students to available openings, and providing curriculum and lectures to prepare graduates for the workforce. - Demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, success, and instructional excellence. - Prepare and utilize course syllabi and assessments. - Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods and technology. - Assist in the recruitment and retention of students. - Advise students and refer them to appropriate resources. - Assess students' performance and provide feedback in a timely manner. - Engage students through office hours and electronic communication. - Assist in the development and distribution of assessments. - Build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. - Submit timely reports and forms and provide recommendations for curriculum and department operations. - Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through professional development activities. - Adhere to college policies and procedures. - Attend institutional meetings as required. - Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Associate's or higher degree in Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or a JD as appropriate to specific courses. - 3 years of non-teaching work experience as a paralegal or attorney. - Strong legal experience across multiple areas of law. - Proficient in legal research and writing. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and intermediate computer skills. - Familiarity with Blackboard course management system preferred. - Knowledge and experience with interactive teaching methods and online instruction.
Application Process
To be considered for this position, please ensure that you have uploaded a copy of ALL your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred. Additionally, please ensure that your application, resume, and/or supplemental documents all match and provide consistent information, including MM/YYYY format for dates. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions must have their coursework evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a NACES® affiliated company. This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or veteran's status.
Join our team at Reputed Firm, where we value diversity and provide a supportive and inclusive environment for our faculty and students. Apply today for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students and community.
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