UCSB PaCE Part-Time Instructor - Legal & Paralegal

University of California, Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA

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About The Position

The Department of Professional and Continuing Education (Extension) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach on-site and online courses for our Paralegal Studies program as well as for our Business Communication and Law program for upcoming openings. We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and have a passion for teaching in the following programs and courses: Paralegal Studies & Legal Fundamentals, Litigation, Case Management & Legal Procedures, Legal Research, Writing & Analysis, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Business, Contract & Employment Law, Criminal & Juvenile Law, Real Estate, Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning, Intellectual Property & Environmental Law, E-Discovery & Legal Technology.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Possess current subject matter expertise in relevant fields.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching non-native speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations for learning disabilities.
• Ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service.

Responsibilities

• Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials based on programmatic and/or student feedback.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and reinforce student learning.
• Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
• Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for the course.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
• Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom.
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
• Retain student records according to University policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services