Construction Law Instructor (Adjunct) — In-Person

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

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.