Part-Time Paralegal Studies Instructor

Columbus State Community College; North Carolina; On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct – Paralegal Studies to provide quality instruction and foster a positive learning environment. The incumbent may teach Legal Environment of Business, Torts and Contracts, Administrative Law, Civil Practice & Procedures, Family Law, and related courses while supporting and evaluating student learning.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and engaging large groups with complex material.

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and an active attorney license in any state.
• Prior college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the college, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
• Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.
• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
• Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

Columbus State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct – Paralegal Studies to provide quality instruction and foster a positive learning environment. The incumbent may teach Legal Environment of Business, Torts and Contracts, Administrative Law, Civil Practice & Procedures, Family Law, and related courses while supporting and evaluating student learning.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and engaging large groups with complex material.