PT Adjunct Paralegal Instructor

Pitt Community College•Main Campus, NC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Adjunct Paralegal Instructor serves as a faculty member in the Paralegal/Legal Studies program, and is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction across multiple modalities while supporting student success, program development, and accreditation requirements. The role is part-time on an as-needed-per-course basis. The Adjunct Paralegal Instructor integrates current legal practices and emerging technologies into the curriculum, contributes to departmental and institutional initiatives, and maintains strong connections with the legal community to ensure program relevance and workforce alignment.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited institution and an active law license, in any of the 50 states
Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience practicing law and/or teaching with at least one (1) year experience supervising Paralegals OR three (3) to five (5) years’ experience practicing law and/or teaching and one (1) or more years’ experience working as a Paralegal

Responsibilities

Teaches assigned paralegal/legal studies courses in various formats (daytime, evening, online, hybrid, hyflex) using lecture, demonstration, and applied learning methods.
Develops and maintains instructional materials including course syllabi, lesson plans, learning objectives, assignments, assessments, and lab activities.
Evaluates and selects textbooks and instructional resources to support curriculum effectiveness and alignment with industry standards.
Assesses student learning through grading, feedback, critiques, and evaluation of coursework and practical assignments.
Maintains accurate academic records and completes required reports such as attendance, grades, and end-of-term documentation.
Incorporates current legal trends and technologies into instruction, including e-filing systems, case management software, e-discovery tools, and artificial intelligence applications (e.g., GPT, Westlaw Precision, Co-Counsel).
Adapts curriculum and instructional delivery to support online and technology-enhanced learning environments.
Advises and supports students in academic planning, registration, career pathways, and skill development.
Assists students with placement opportunities, co-op experiences, graduation processes, and provides letters of recommendation.
Participates in curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure program quality and relevance.
Supports accreditation processes, including preparation of reports, documentation, and participation in site visits (e.g., ABA re-approval).
Maintains active involvement in professional organizations and stays current with developments in legal education and the paralegal profession.
Utilizes and instructs students in the use of relevant legal and office technologies and software.
Assists with departmental planning, goal setting, and development of program objectives.
Maintains and utilizes instructional equipment, lab materials, and classroom technologies.
Prepares, processes, and maintains required documentation and correspondence in both electronic and paper formats.
Responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the public in a timely and professional manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.