Instructor, Paralegal

• Communication and expression
• Information literacy
• Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility
• Civic capacity for global, cultural, social and environmental awareness
• Critical thinking

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
   
2. Possession of a Bachelor's degree or above AND two years of experience in legal assisting (paralegal)
   
   

1. College-level instructional experience in law-related fields, such as Paralegal Studies, Political Science, or Administration of Justice
2. Demonstrate practical hands-on experience working in one or more legal practice area
3. Experience (5 years or more) working with or as a paralegal in a law firm, corporate, non-profit, or government setting
4. Experience with techniques and equipment required in teaching subject areas in lecture, course management systems, laboratory or clinical settings
5. Demonstrate teaching pedagogy adaptable to a variety of learning styles including an emphasis on interactive multimedia, research, technology resources, and hands-on experience. Have an understanding of learning management platform such as CANVAS, Moodle, Sakai, Blackboard etc...
6. Experience with paralegal-related program administration
7. In addition, successful candidates will demonstrate the following abilities: teach and communicate effectively with students using inclusive and equity driven practices; work closely and cooperatively with faculty and support staff; work with academically and culturally diverse students; show flexibility and ability to work as a member of a team of professionals; communicate articulately and effectively with individuals differing in age, gender, ethnicity, educational, and economic background; encourage students to engage in their own learning and motivate them to develop critical thinking skills; change systems of teaching delivery to meet differing student needs and able to adapt to change easily
8. Ability to create or develop curriculum
9. Familiarity with the complex nature of the relationship among society, politics, and the legal system and an ability to facilitate difficult conversations on these topics in the classroom

1. A District on-line application to be completed at *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally , you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
   
   
2. A cover letter detailing your background and experience, skills, and abilities as they relate to the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
   
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
   

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other