Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online)

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University invites applications for Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online) in the Political Science department. The role involves teaching paralegal courses online, developing syllabi, and guiding students through assignments and assessments.

Ideal candidates hold a Juris Doctor and have at least three years of legal practice, with experience teaching, online platforms, and working with paralegals. This is a part-time, online faculty position based in Commerce, Texas.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctorate.
• Experience: Three years of experience practicing law.
• Must have previous experience working with paralegals/legal assistants.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Licensed by a state bar.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate instruction.

Responsibilities

• Manage online courses.
• Teach courses via online live lecture to paralegal students.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure it meets department/college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for participation and exams.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Online teaching

Multi-tasking

Online platform familiarity

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job TitleAdjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online) Agency East Texas A&M University Department Political Science Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeFaculty

Job Description

SUMMARY

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

DUTIES & 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/mentor students as needed.
• Attend online paralegal program faculty meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Juris Doctorate.
• Experience: Three years of experience practicing law.
• Must have previous experience working with paralegals/legal assistants.
• Knowledge / Skills: Must be knowledgeable and remain current in the subject matter of assigned courses.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate instruction in classes and engagement with students.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Have the ability to learn online platforms and conduct virtual meetings with students.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Licensed by a state bar.
• Physical Requirements: XYZ
• Other Requirements: XYZ

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

• Prior College or University teaching experience or other teaching experience related to the legal field.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

N/A

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