Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal Studies - Bristol Community College

Bristol Community College • Fall River, MA

69d • $1,397

About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty - Paralegal Studies position is a part-time role within the Academic Affairs department at Bristol Community College. The faculty member will be responsible for teaching and developing curriculum for Paralegal Studies courses, which may be offered in various formats including face-to-face and online. The position requires engagement with students to support their learning and success, with a focus on equity and inclusion in the educational environment. The starting date for this position is set for the Academic Year 2025-2026, and the salary is based on a per credit hour rate as per the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Juris Doctorate from a United States law school or a Master's degree with a paralegal certificate.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in a legal field.
• Demonstrated prior work experience supervising paralegals or working as a paralegal.
• Proven technological proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Admission to a state bar.
• Demonstrated experience with college level teaching or as a facilitator.
• Prior online teaching experience using a Learning Management System.

Responsibilities

• Teach and design Paralegal Studies course material to meet learning outcomes.
• Assess student learning and assign grades using equitable and inclusive pedagogies.
• Contribute to a climate of multicultural empowerment and understanding.
• Create an effective learning environment that fosters intellectual curiosity.
• Employ various assessments to ensure classroom instruction leads to student learning.
• Help students reach their academic, personal, and professional goals.
• Contribute to and provide leadership in the student's academic communities.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Complete required trainings such as Title IX and FERPA.
• Adhere to workload specifications in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Be available to students for assistance in meeting course requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reflect Bristol's core values.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda in job functions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree