Adjunct, Paralegal

Part-Time Faculty Pool

This is a part-time faculty pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. ACC will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information.

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Our faculty enjoy an atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect that promotes outstanding teaching and fosters active intellectual and creative engagement.

• Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Assists in the recruitment and retention of students
• Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
• Assesses students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner
• Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
• Builds positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
• Provides recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations
• Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
• Adheres to Alvin College's policies and procedures
• Attends institutional meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

The incumbent typically works in a classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a classroom. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's or higher degree in Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or a JD as appropriate to specific courses.
• Three (3) years non-teaching work experience as a paralegal or attorney.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of prior teaching experience at the college or university level
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
• Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.