Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal (Online)

Overview

This position is for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Paralegal courses online within the Political Science department at a university located in Commerce, Texas. The role involves teaching on a course-by-course basis throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver online paralegal courses via live lectures.
• Develop and manage course syllabi ensuring alignment with department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess student performance through participation, assignments, and examinations.
• Provide assistance and mentorship to students as needed.
• Attend online faculty meetings related to the paralegal program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
• Experience: Minimum of three years practicing law with prior experience working with paralegals or legal assistants.
• Knowledge/Skills: Must be knowledgeable and current in the subject matter of assigned courses. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required to facilitate instruction and student engagement.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to learn and utilize online platforms and conduct virtual meetings.
• Licensing: Must be licensed by a state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level or other teaching experience related to the legal field.
• Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence.
• Experience teaching in online or hybrid formats.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following documents electronically through the university's online employment system:

• Cover letter
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three professional references with complete contact information (unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered)
• Transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted with application; official transcripts required upon acceptance of verbal offer). International transcripts must be translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

Additional Information

• This is a security-sensitive position; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation.
• Employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and completion of the criminal history check.
• Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Location

Commerce, Texas