Professor, Part-Time (Law Clerk/Paralegal)

Seneca College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is seeking part-time faculty for the Paralegal Diploma program. The ideal candidate should possess a paralegal diploma or law degree, along with at least one year of post-secondary teaching experience. Responsibilities involve providing academic leadership, ensuring effective learning environments, and evaluating student progress. The role needs excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a diverse student population. Applications should include availability for scheduling classes.

Qualifications

• 1 year of post-secondary teaching experience.
• Active Law Society of Ontario (LSO) license in good standing for PLC450.
• 3 years of related work experience in Small Claims Court for PLC450.
• Experience in corporate and commercial law for LXC312.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership in the classroom.
• Ensure student awareness of course objectives.
• Carry out regular instruction, including tutoring.
• Evaluate student progress and overall assessment.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching fundamentals

Excellent presentation skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to interact with diverse populations

Team approach for problem-solving

Education

Paralegal diploma or law degree

Job description

Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities?

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of career-ready and world-ready individuals?

If so, Seneca invites you to join our dynamic faculty in redefining the boundaries of teaching and learning.

Joining Seneca you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing an education experience that goes beyond textbooks and classroom ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic labour markets.

As a professor at Seneca, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of experiential learning, working closely with industry partners to provide students with real-world insights and opportunities, while also demonstrating teaching excellence, academic leadership, and expertise in curriculum development. Whether it's through entrepreneurship initiatives, applied research projects, or co-op placements, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students.

So, if you're ready to embrace flexibility, innovation, and the limitless potential of education, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's redefine the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change makers.

Here is What's on Your Horizon

Faculty/School: School of Public Safety

Program/ Courses: Paralegal Diploma

• PLC450 - Small Claims Court - Practice and Procedure
• LXC312 - Corporate and Commercial Law II

Campus: Seneca@York

We welcome applications for part-time teaching opportunities. Course assignments are based on scheduling and instructional needs. Contract faculty typically teach up to 6 hours per week, with classes scheduled Monday to Friday between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm.

To help us align your application with the right opportunity, please include your availability when applying.

Responsible for providing academic leadership in the classroom and ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students. You will:

• Ensure student awareness of course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques.
• Carry out regularly scheduled instruction, which may include tutoring and academic counselling of students.
• Provide a learning environment that makes effective use of available resources, work experience and field trips.
• Evaluate student progress/achievement and assume responsibility for the overall assessment of the student's work within assigned courses.

What you bring to Seneca

Education:
Paralegal diploma or a law degree

Experience:
1 year of post-secondary teaching experience

PLC450 (Small Claims Court - Practice and Procedure):
- Active Law Society of Ontario (LSO) license in good standing
- 3 years of related work experience in Small Claims Court

LXC312 (Corporate and Commercial Law):
- Experience in corporate and commercial law – ideally experience as a corporate/commercial lawyer.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience teaching fundamentals of your area(s) of expertise.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with the Polytechnics’ diverse staff and student population is required, as is an understanding of and commitment to equity in education.
• Commitment to a team approach for problem-solving and conflict resolution.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.