Construction Law Instructor - Adjunct

Everglades-University; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University in Florida seeks an adjunct instructor to teach undergraduate and graduate Construction Law courses on-site. A J.D. from an accredited law school and a strong teaching record are required.

Industry experience in construction contracts, project delivery, risk management, dispute resolution or related legal matters is preferred. The lecturer should bring practical knowledge, engage students, and uphold academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong record of teaching excellence in law.
• Experience in construction industry areas (contracts, delivery, risk, dispute resolution, claims).
• Ability to bring practical industry knowledge into the classroom and engage students.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly feedback meetings with EU administrator (Dean/Academic Director).
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily/weekly) and notify registrar of roster changes.
• Make calls to absent students and review pre-/post-testing in courses.
• Administer surveys/assessments and ensure grading fairness.
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; submit grades on time.
• Follow university policies and maintain up-to-date syllabi.
• Be available to students before class and provide advising; prep for sessions.
• Ensure classes start on time, minimize breaks, and avoid early dismissals.
• Attend graduation ceremonies when possible and maintain clean classrooms.
• Tutor students as necessary and adhere to safety/health conduct rules.

Skills

Construction industry experience

Teaching excellence

In-person instruction

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.

Position Requirements:

• Must have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and demonstrate a strong record of teaching excellence.
• You will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate-level Construction Law courses, with a primary commitment to in-person instruction.
• Looking for someone that has professional experience in the construction industry, including expertise in areas such as construction contracts, project delivery methods, risk management, dispute resolution, construction claims, regulatory compliance, or related legal matters.
• Being able to bring practical industry knowledge into the classroom and demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, innovative teaching, and academic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
• Notify registrar of changes in roster
• Prevent "do not admit" students from entering class until cleared
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
• Conduct class according to scheduled times
• Prevent excessive breaks
• Avoid dismissing classes early
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
• Complete annual professional development plans
• Tutor students as necessary
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct