Adjunct Faculty, Paralegal Studies

Responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes.

The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, and curriculum design.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of a master’s degree in paralegal studies or a closely related field required. Minimum of three (3) years of broad practical experience across multiple areas of law, including litigation and transactional law, as well as criminal and civil law. Experience working with or teaching paralegals. (This is an ABA /AAfPE Requirement) Strong motivation to facilitate the growth, development and achievement of students from diverse backgrounds, including wide differences in academic preparation, life experiences, personal interests, community affiliations, and available support.

College-level teaching experience preferred. AREA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Deep and current experience in particular areas that match specific current program needs for new courses or new additions to current courses. These areas might include, for example, immigration law, law office technology, online legal research methods, mediation, development and supervision of internships, or other specialized areas.