Paralegal Technology Instructor (Pool)

Forsyth Tech; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Forsyth Tech is seeking a Part-time Paralegal Technology Instructor to teach Paralegal, Business Law, or International Business Law in day, evening, or online formats as needed. The instructor will assist with exams, records, and policy adherence, contributing to a supportive academic environment.

The candidate should hold a master’s degree or higher in a related field and have experience teaching or practicing law; a Juris Doctorate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college.
• Teaching and/or practicing law experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Paralegal, Business Law, or International Business Law in day, evening, or online classes as needed.
• Maintain required college records including attendance and grades.
• Prepare, administer, and grade examinations.
• Adhere to all college policies and foster a professional, respectful work environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Law practice

Paralegal knowledge

Education

Master’s degree or higher in related field

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302. EOE

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Paralegal Technology Instructor (Pool)

Posting Number

Posting Number 2895

Job Schedule

Job Schedule Part Time

Job Shift

Job Shift Varied

OCR Code / Classification

OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty

Min Salary $36.95

Max Salary $39.45

Work Location

Work Location Main Campus

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Part-time Instructor, Paralegal Technology will teach Paralegal, Business Law, or International Business Law in day, evening, or online classes as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree or higher in related field. ** Note: Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a US Dept of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC .
• Teaching and/or practicing law experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Juris Doctorate Degree

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the department chairperson and approved by the dean.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records, including attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.
• Make recommendations to the Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Construct, administer, and grade examinations.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College.
• Treat others respectfully, speak to others courteously, and behave in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interactions that are both personally cordial and professionally appropriate.
• Model an understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.

*All roles include additional duties not captured in the job description, and responsibilities may evolve in response to future innovations, including emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and new models of work

Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date

Open Date 08/19/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/19/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302. EOE

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a master's degree in a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience teaching and/or practicing law?
  • Yes
  • No