Adjunct Paralegal Studies Instructor (JD)

Columbus State Community College; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College seeks an Adjunct – Paralegal Studies to deliver quality instruction and sustain a positive learning environment in the classroom, with emphasis on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students.

The incumbent may teach Legal Environment of Business, Torts & Contracts, Administrative Law, Civil Practice & Procedures, Family Law, and other paralegal topics, requiring strong organization and the ability to manage large groups with complex material.

Qualifications

• Must hold a J.D. and active attorney licensure in any state.
• Prior college-level teaching experience preferred.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to gain access to work site(s).

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring rigor and quality of instruction.
• Considers individual differences of students to design and support a range of learning activities; identifies students needing support and uses appropriate resources.
• Uses technology appropriately, communicates expectations for its use, and maintains accurate records per policies; distributes and maintains syllabi including requirements.
• Maintains attendance records, submits grades timely, communicates progress feedback to students; engages in meetings with department leadership and Chairperson.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student engagement

Educational technology

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Active attorney licensure

Job description

Columbus State Community College seeks an Adjunct – Paralegal Studies to deliver quality instruction and sustain a positive learning environment in the classroom, with emphasis on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students.

The incumbent may teach Legal Environment of Business, Torts & Contracts, Administrative Law, Civil Practice & Procedures, Family Law, and other paralegal topics, requiring strong organization and the ability to manage large groups with complex material.