Adjunct - Kline School of Law - JD Program
About The Position
Founded in 2006, the Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University offers an ABA-accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program in law, together with other graduate programs in law. This position is in connection with the Kline Law J.D. program. The adjunct faculty member is responsible for implementing the mission of the Kline School of Law. To that end, each adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussions, will evaluate student work, and will provide students with feedback as to their progress toward meeting the course learning objectives. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating a syllabus in accordance with University guidelines, teaching the course section, being available to students (e.g., responding to email inquiries), maintaining accurate documentation of course records to justify grades submitted, submitting student grades in accordance with University policy, and any other duties directly related to the course as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs or concentration director. Responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, and nights, with the potential for in-person only, online only, or a combination.
Requirements
- J.D. and/or Ph.D
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 1 year of practical experience of university-level teaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and/or teach J.D. course in law.
- Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of law, teaching methodology, curriculum development, and assessment.
- Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to law.
- Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable.
- Maintain communication with the Dean for Academic Affairs regarding any course or student issues.
- Perform other similar duties as assigned.
Benefits
- generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days)
- up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting
- remote and flexible work options for many roles
- exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance
- award-winning A Healthier U wellness program
- free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs
- tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
