Part Time Instructor - Paralegal Studies

CNM Central New Mexico Community College; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Educational Benefits

Job summary

CNM Central New Mexico Community College seeks part-time instructors to teach Paralegal Studies courses across multiple terms. Faculty are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, assessing student learning, and maintaining records to support student success.

Hours vary by class and term; this regular pool is not a guarantee of employment. Compensation is based on education and courses taught, with benefits as described in the college’s offerings.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree or Post-degree certificate in Paralegal Studies or higher from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, teach, grade, and assess student learning in assigned courses.
• Create a quality learning environment for a diverse student population including students with disabilities or special learning needs.
• Maintain student records and provide documentation for in-completes within College timelines.
• Utilize technology-based programs to access and input information related to student records and processes.
• Assist students with registration, advising, and graduation processes.
• Convene classes as scheduled and respond to student inquiries.
• Attend in-service sessions and department meetings as required.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Education

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

Job description

Compensation

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

October 20th

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.

Benefits

• 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.