Part time Paralegal Instructor

Oakland University; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Rochester Hills is seeking a Part-time Paralegal Instructor to prepare and deliver online courses in various legal topics. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate or Paralegal degree, along with a minimum of 5 years' legal experience. This position demands strong communication skills and the ability to engage diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 5 years of legal experience.
• Current knowledge in Legal Writing, Research, Litigation, Torts, Family Law, Real Estate Law, and Immigration Law.
• Commitment to high academic standards and integrity.
• Strong oral and written communication, conveying complex ideas.

Responsibilities

• Develop/update course syllabi in consultation with the PACE Paralegal Director.
• Prepare and deliver online course materials and assessments.
• Evaluate student achievement and assign grades.
• Handle student inquiries about grades.
• Handle inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed.
• Stay current in the professional body of knowledge; participate in orientations and mandatory training.
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies for domestic and international students.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional technology use

Culturally competent teaching

Education

Juris Doctorate or Paralegal degree/certificate

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the legal field
• Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
• Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
• Highly effective interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students

Position Approval Information

First Section

School/College: Academic Affairs

Department: 2159 - Strategic Programs

Position Title:

Field of Specialty: Law

Name of Department Chair:

Expected Hire Date: 05/30/2024

Position Information

Job Title: Part time Paralegal Instructor

Job Description Summary:

Part-time, temporary instructor assignments are needed on an ongoing, as-needed basis. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Legal Writing, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Torts, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Immigration law to provide the following:
Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the PACE Paralegal Director as assigned and using approved syllabus template
Prepare and deliver online evening course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
*Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by PACE

*Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate or Paralegal degree from an accredited institution or Paralegal Certificate
• Extensive background and current work experience in the legal field

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the legal field
• Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
• Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
• Highly effective interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students

Oakland University Standard Language

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.

Open Date: 05/10/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Category: Part-time Faculty

EEO Statement Summary: Oakland University is an Affliative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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