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Location: Schenectady, NY Category: Faculty Posted On: Fri Feb 2 2024 Job Description:

SUNY Schenectady County Community College is seeking a full-time Paralegal Instructor. Under the general direction of the Dean of Business, Criminal Justice, and Law, the Paralegal Instructor position includes 15 credit-hours of teaching per semester in varying courses in the field of Paralegal studies. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have training and experience implementing student-centered instructional strategies and approaches in supporting student success. Other responsibilities include course development and assessment, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaborations. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the instruction and support of a diverse student population and from those who will contribute to an inclusive culture and ethos on campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach a full-time course load of legal courses

• Prepare coursework and develop the syllabus for each course assigned in accordance with established SUNY Schenectady-approved curriculum and course outlines

• Provide expertise in developing and revising courses

• Work closely with Career Services to find partnerships with local law firms for internships and career opportunities

• Teach the depth and scope of course content using engaging classroom methods to support students' mastery of course Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

• Build enrollment and create partnerships with transfer institutions and high schools

• Hold regularly scheduled office hours to provide student support

• Participate in the assessment, revision, and development of curricula and instructional methods

• Convene an advisory committee each semester using published guidelines

• Participate in college governance, committees, and division-level efforts including, but not limited to, retention, recruitment, and program review

• Model lifelong learning, focus on consistent improvement of instructional practice (engage as a reflective practitioner), and actively engage in independent and college- offered professional development to increase knowledge in one's content area and teaching methods

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean

  Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master's degree or higher in Legal Studies or a related legal degree

• At least two years of experience in a law practice working with paralegals

• At least one year of college-level teaching experience, preferably at a community college

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for an increasingly diverse student body

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)

• Paralegal teaching experience at the community college level

• Experience with online instruction

• Experience in program assessment

Special Information:

• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position

• Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts

  Additional Information:

Salary: $47,802

At SUNY Schenectady, salary is only one aspect of your compensation package.

Benefits and perks:

As a full-time team member here, you'll enjoy:

• Comprehensive health care coverage

• Dental and vision coverage

• A choice of retirement systems

• A deferred compensation program

• Professional development opportunities

• Two on-site childcare providers

• Discounted YMCA health club membership

• Plus additional savings programs and perks!