Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal

East Texas A&M University

Political Science

Commensurate

Commerce, Texas

Faculty

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

• Manage online courses.
• Teach courses via online live lecture to paralegal students.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Attend online paralegal program faculty meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Juris Doctorate.
• Experience: Three years of experience practicing law. Must have previous experience working with paralegals/legal assistants.
• Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Must be knowledgeable and remain current in the subject matter of assigned courses. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate instruction in classes and engagement with students.
• Ability: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Have the ability to learn online platforms and conduct virtual meetings with students.
• Licensing/Professional
  
  Certifications:
  
  Licensed by a state bar.
• Physical Requirements: XYZ
• Other Requirements: XYZ

• Prior College or University teaching experience or other teaching experience related to the legal field.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

N/A

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.