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San Mateo County Community College District · 1 month ago

Part-Time Legal Assisting (Paralegal) Instructor (Pool)

San Mateo, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$89.20/hr - $151.07/hr

2+ years exp

San Mateo County Community College District is seeking a Part-Time Legal Assisting (Paralegal) Instructor. The role involves teaching courses in the Paralegal Studies program, developing curricula, and providing an equitable classroom environment that promotes learning for every student.

EducationHigher EducationKnowledge Management

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the Paralegal Studies program

Develop and evaluate curricula appropriate to the different learning needs of students as well as develop student learning outcomes

Provide an equitable classroom environment that promotes learning for every student

Use and keep abreast of current pedagogies and technologies that are effective in a diverse classroom

Consult with students during regularly-scheduled office hours

Perform other professional duties as required by contract or divisional and institutional needs. A portion of the teaching assignment may consist of evening or weekend classes

Qualification

Teaching experienceABA-approved paralegal certificateActive State Bar membershipCurriculum developmentCultural competenceStudent interactionTechnology integrationCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree(s) or higher specifically in legal assisting (paralegal studies), and at least two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment OR Associate degree(s) specifically in legal assisting (paralegal studies) and at least six years of directly related professional experience OR the equivalent

Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom

Successful experience in teaching or evidence of preparation to teach the full range of college paralegal studies courses

Possession of a certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program

Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing

Teach theoretical concepts and practical skills needed for paralegal employment

Commitment to and proficiency in creating curricula and methods of delivery that reflect present department standards and practices

Training and/or history of effective interaction with students at the basic and developmental levels

Use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter

Motivate students from a broad spectrum of academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds

Develop student learning outcomes and assessments, as well as program review, for paralegal courses

Expand the use of technology appropriate to the subject areas of the assignment, including distance education

Collaborate in college-wide and departmental activities to assess and improve student learning outcomes

Commitment to the role and purpose of the community college, including the mission and values of the District's colleges

Use teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and engage students actively in their studies, encouraging them to become critical thinkers and independent learners

Desire to work collaboratively with faculty members and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success

Commitment to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom through enthusiastic contributions to department, division and college activities

Preferred

Possession of a J.D. or L.L.B. degree

Benefits

Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.