Online Master of Legal Studies Adjunct Professor

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

William & Mary’s Law Online & Executive Education Program seeks an adjunct professor to design and teach online courses in the Masters of Legal Studies. You will collaborate with instructional designers, prepare syllabi, and provide timely feedback to students.

The position is part-time, non-benefited, and term-limited. A graduate degree (JD or related) and adult-teaching experience are required; familiarity with Blackboard is preferred. Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, JD or equivalent, or related graduate degree.
• Expertise in general law education, compliance or technology law (AI/privacy).
• Experience instructing adult learners in academic or corporate settings.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare syllabus and update course modules with instructional designers.
• Use the Blackboard LMS for course delivery.
• Review content before term start and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide timely feedback and grade assignments and exams.
• Offer weekly office hours for students.
• Submit final grades and end-of-semester reflections.
• Maintain open communication with William & Mary faculty and staff.

Skills

Law education expertise

Adult instruction

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree

Juris Doctor or equivalent

Graduate degree related to the discipline

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

William & Mary’s Law Online & Executive Education Program seeks an adjunct professor to design and teach online courses in the Masters of Legal Studies. You will collaborate with instructional designers, prepare syllabi, and provide timely feedback to students.

The position is part-time, non-benefited, and term-limited. A graduate degree (JD or related) and adult-teaching experience are required; familiarity with Blackboard is preferred. Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed.