Adjunct Instructor of Legal Assisting/Paralegal Studies

New River Community and Technical College • Lewisburg, WV

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About The Position

Adjunct faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Adjunct faculty are expected to excel in classroom instruction and to fulfill various responsibilities related to their assigned teaching duties. Adjuncts for Vocational Law Enforcement will need to have field experience, with certifications or extensive training courses taken in subject field related to courses being taught. Adjunct Faculty is responsible for teaching an area of expertise within a specific period.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Master's Degree - Law/Legal Assisting/Paralegal Studies - Required
• 5 years In CRMJ Occupation directly related to subject being taught
• Demonstrate proficiency in technical area of expertise (Criminal Justice or related fields).
• Well versed in current teaching trends, techniques, resources, and technology for both onsite and virtual learning, as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• An equivalent combination of education and recent experience may be considered.
• An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs other functions as required or assigned.
• Develop instructional materials; plan and organize instruction to enhance student learning; prepare the syllabi; and teach classes in a way that encourages student learning.
• Meet classes as scheduled.
• Be accessible to students through e-mail, phone, or scheduled office hours or at other times.
• Evaluate student work and maintain accurate records of students’ academic standing using LMS.
• Provide students with constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback in a timely manner.
• Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.
• Fulfill all expectations of adjunct faculty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level