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Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago

Adjunct Faculty, Paralegal Studies

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$55.44/hr - $55.44/hr

3+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is associated with Lone Star College, which offers high-quality education to over 80,000 students each semester. The role of Adjunct Faculty in Paralegal Studies involves planning, developing, and teaching courses, while creating engaging lessons that promote student involvement and achievement of course objectives.

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Responsibilities

Teaches Paralegal Studies courses at a variety of times and locations

Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material

Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner

Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines

Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods

Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress

Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community

Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required

Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Qualification

Paralegal StudiesMastery of course contentOralLeadership skillsWritten communicationCollaborative learningDistance learningService learningAdult learning methodologiesInstructional approachesInterpersonal skills

Required

Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or legal assistant; plus, at least 3 years nonteaching work experience as a paralegal

Or, an Associate degree or higher (in any field); plus, a certificate in paralegal studies or legal assistant; and, at least three 3 years nonteaching work experience as a paralegal

Or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and experience working with paralegals