Part Time Instructor - Paralegal Studies

CNM Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans and Savings

Generous Paid Time Off

Educational Benefits

Job summary

CNM Central New Mexico Community College seeks a part-time instructor for Paralegal Studies. The role involves preparing, teaching, grading, and assessing student learning in assigned courses while collaborating with the Dean to improve the student experience.

Classes are scheduled on an as-needed basis with variable hours. Minimum qualifications include an Associate’s degree or Post-degree certificate in Paralegal Studies (or higher) and two years of recent paralegal experience.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree or Post-degree certificate in Paralegal Studies or higher from an accredited institution.
• 2 years of recent paralegal experience (within the last five years).
• Post-secondary teaching experience and experience teaching online, hybrid, or web-enhanced courses.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for effectively preparing, teaching, grading, and assessing student learning in courses assigned.
• Create and model a quality learning environment to support a diverse student population including students with disabilities or special learning needs.
• Maintain student records and provide documentation for in-completes within established College timelines.
• Utilize a variety of technology-based programs to access and input information related to student records and college/school/department processes.
• Assist students with registration, advising, and graduation processes.
• Structure classes and curriculum to correspond with program and course outcomes.
• Convene classes as scheduled and respond to student inquiries.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Online teaching experience

Education

Associate’s degree or Post-degree certificate in Paralegal Studies or higher

Juris Doctor degree

Master’s degree in legal studies field

Job description

Compensation Compensation based on education and courses taught Limited Term End Date

Position Summary

CNM faculty are vital to the College’s vision of “changing lives, building community.” This vision is evidenced by a commitment to teaching and learning that supports our goals of student success, increased student retention, and improved graduation rates. Faculty are responsible for providing high quality instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners so that each student may meet course outcomes and achieve their educational goals. An instructor is responsible for providing high quality instruction so that each student may meet course outcomes. Collaborate with the Dean and colleagues to improve the student learning experience. Being hired into the regular part-time instructor pool is not a guarantee of employment. Classes are assigned on an as-needed basis. Hours will vary each class and by term. The number of openings for instructors is dependent upon student enrollment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for effectively preparing, teaching, grading, and assessing student learning in courses assigned. Create and model a quality learning environment to support a diverse student population including students with disabilities or special learning needs. Maintain student records and provide documentation for in-completes within established College timelines. Utilize a variety of technology-based programs to access and input information related to student records and college/school/department processes. Assist students with registration, advising, and graduation processes. Structure classes and curriculum to correspond with program and course outcomes. Prepare, distribute and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials,instructional media and other devices as appropriate. Convene classes as scheduled and respond to student inquiries. Assist students outside the classroom through posted office hours. Attend in-service sessions, college/school/department meetings, graduation and convocation as required. Performs other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate’s degree or Post-degree certificate in Paralegal Studies or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning 2 years of recent paralegal experience (recent is defined as within the last five (5) years)

Preferences

A Juris Doctor degree or Master’s degree in other legal studies field from an accredited institution of higher learning Demonstrated working knowledge of current issues, trends, and developments in paralegal instruction Knowledge in the content area; knowledge of the New Mexico Rule of Procedure and of the New Mexico court system and of all relevant forms and procedures used locally. Post-secondary teaching experience and experience teaching online, hybrid, or web-enhanced courses Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Department: Health, Wellness, and Public Safety

Best Consideration Date: August 31st.

EEO STATEMENT

As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

As the institution with the largest undergraduate student body in New Mexico, Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) provides affordable education to over 30,000 students and offers rewarding career opportunities to over 2,000 faculty and staff. Despite our large size, we still think of ourselves as the “CNM Family.” Our diverse community of leadership, faculty, and staff work cohesively and collaboratively to make a positive difference in our students’ lives, while always exploring ways to improve the institution. CNM staff is our most important resource for achieving our vision of Changing Lives, Building Community. For employees, this vision translates to a comprehensive benefits package that helps them thrive in the workplace and at home.

Review our summary of benefits CNM offers a wide range of competitive benefit plans to meet the needs of its employees and families, including:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plans and Savings
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Benefits

We support our staff and their families to continue their education, whether at CNM or other educational institutions, through our CNM tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement benefits.

Professional Development Our future success depends on internally developing our employees’ leadership and professional skills. CNM is committed to providing quality professional development opportunities on an ongoing basis

CNM has consistently ranked among the top five community colleges in the country for the number of associate degrees and certificates awarded to both Hispanics and Native Americans, and consistently ranks among the top 10 for total degrees and certificates awarded. Regardless of your role, whether you’re faculty, administration, or support staff, you’ll play a pivotal role in instilling students with integrity, leadership, and compassion. Qualities that bring forth capable, confident, and productive citizens who want to make a change for the better.