Paralegal Studies Lecturer — Part-Time, Applied Practice

California State University, Chico; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) seeks part-time instructional faculty for the Extended Education/PaGE program. The pool supports paralegal and law-related courses, with emphasis on practical knowledge, ethics, and professional practices across multiple law topics.

Ideal candidates bring current professional experience, teach online using the Quality Matters rubric, and foster inclusive, career-engaged pedagogy for diverse adult learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and ten years paralegal experience.
• Compliance with California Business & Professions Code 6450 (mandatory biannual legal education).
• Ability to teach college/university-level legal courses.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses and prepare classes; grade and hold office hours.
• Design assessments and engaging activities supporting practical legal skills.
• Update course content reflecting evolving legal practices and tech.
• Communicate course expectations and grading policies clearly.
• Respond to student questions timely and professionally.
• Use inclusive teaching practices for diverse learners.

Skills

Teaching online (QM)

Adult learners

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Ten years paralegal experience

Compliance with CA B&P Code 6450

Master’s degree (preferred)

J.D. or CA Bar membership (preferred)

Paralegal educator experience (2+ years)

Tools

Quality Matters rubric

Job description

California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) seeks part-time instructional faculty for the Extended Education/PaGE program. The pool supports paralegal and law-related courses, with emphasis on practical knowledge, ethics, and professional practices across multiple law topics.

Ideal candidates bring current professional experience, teach online using the Quality Matters rubric, and foster inclusive, career-engaged pedagogy for diverse adult learners.