Adjunct Faculty Paralegal Certificate Program

Villanova University invites passionate educators to join our esteemed Paralegal Certificate Program as an adjunct faculty member. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated legal professionals who are passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of paralegals.

The Paralegal Certificate Program runs in two modalities: in-person day program and online evening program.

• In person on Villanova’s campus
• Four to six class sessions over two or three consecutive weeks.

• Online ·
• One evening per week for six weeks

• Introduction to the Paralegal Profession
• Tort and Personal Injury Law
• Civil Procedure & Litigation Procedure
• Criminal Law
• Family Law
• Business Organizations
• Contract Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Office Coordination
• Real Estate Law

Applicants should please specify the course(s) they are interested in teaching and rank them according to expertise in the area and teaching preference. Also please indicate in your cover letter if you are available to teach in-person day, online evening, or both.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. We are committed to diversity and inclusion as integral components of our mission. We seek candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to our mission and values.

Villanova University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

• Leading class and conducting all associated planning and grading
• Reviewing student work and assessing learning
• Participating in trainings and meetings (as needed) with College staff
• Attending Paralegal program faculty meetings

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Recent experience working as, or with, paralegals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

• Proven ability to teach successfully in both the in-person and online settings
• Experience with instructional technology
• Graduate or professional degree

Minimum Number of References Needed 3

Maximum Number of References Needed 3

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
  • Linked In
  • Glassdoor
  • Chronicle Vitae
  • Academic KeysPA Career Link/Job Gateway
  • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
  • Diversity Association/Publication Website
  • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
  • Referred by a current employee
  • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
  • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
  • Browsing the Villanova website
  • Cabrini University employee
  • Other
• * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts
• Statement of Contribution to Mission

• Other Document
• Summary of Teaching Evaluations
• Writing Sample/Publications
• Statement of Research Interests
• Other Document (2)

Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 2020689F

Position Title:

Adjunct Faculty Paralegal Certificate Program Position Type:
Faculty

Location:

Villanova, PA Recruitment Type:
Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

part-time/12-months Department: 576-Dean, Professional Studies

Position Summary:

Villanova University invites passionate educators to join our esteemed Paralegal Certificate Program as an adjunct faculty member. We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated legal professionals who are passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of paralegals.

Posting Date: 02/28/2020 Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Competitive Salary Band:
Job Classification: faculty