Adjunct Faculty, Paralegal Studies

$58,000 - $107,000/Yr

Lone Star College - Houston, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Adjunct Faculty position in Paralegal Studies at Lone Star College is designed for individuals who are passionate about teaching and committed to fostering a positive learning environment. As an adjunct faculty member, you will be responsible for planning, developing, and teaching courses that align with the curriculum and facilitate student learning. This role requires a commitment to the mission of Lone Star College, which emphasizes integrity, leadership, respect, and accountability to students and employees. You will be expected to create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material, ensuring that students achieve the course objectives. In this part-time capacity, adjunct faculty are hired on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the college. Classes may be offered during the day, evening, or weekend, and you may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year. Your responsibilities will include submitting required college reports and forms in a timely manner, utilizing a course syllabus that follows established institutional guidelines, and meeting with students to provide academic advising. You will also evaluate student progress and maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. The ideal candidate will possess mastery of course content and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A commitment to academic excellence and a dynamic climate for lifelong learning is essential. You will be expected to engage students effectively and utilize innovative instructional approaches, including service learning and the effective use of technology. The work environment is primarily sedentary, performed in a climate-controlled classroom or lab setting, with minimal exposure to safety hazards.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Paralegal Studies courses at various times and locations.
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
• Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner.
• Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
• Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or legal assistant; plus, at least 3 years nonteaching work experience as a paralegal.
• Or, an Associate degree or higher (in any field); plus, a certificate in paralegal studies or legal assistant; and, at least three 3 years nonteaching work experience as a paralegal.
• Or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and experience working with paralegals.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated leadership skills emphasizing collaboration and teamwork.
• Interest in interdisciplinary teaching and service learning.
• Experience with learning technologies and adult learning methodologies.

Benefits

• Supportive, collegial work environment.
• Excellent work/life balance.
• Tuition waiver.
• Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities.