Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online)

Texas A&M University System; United States; Remote; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University in Commerce, Texas, seeks an Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online) to teach paralegal courses entirely online. You will manage online courses, deliver live online lectures, and develop syllabi aligned with department standards.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, at least three years of legal practice, and strong oral and written communication. Online teaching experience and the ability to use online platforms are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctorate.
• Experience: Three years of experience practicing law; experience working with paralegals/legal assistants.
• Knowledge/Skills: Excellent oral and written communication; stay current in subject matter.

Responsibilities

• Manage online courses.
• Teach courses via online live lecture to paralegal students.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure it 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.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Online teaching

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online)

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Political Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

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

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.