Instructor, Paralegal Technology

Central Piedmont Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college.Mastery of Subject Matter a. Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline. b. Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline. c. Connect their subject matter with related fields. d. Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops. e. Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate. II. Teaching Performance a. Teach a course load appropriate to their field or discipline. b. Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning. c. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students. d. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. e. Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, telecourses, interactive technology, when appropriate. f. Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments. g. Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives. h. Incorporate core competencies into curriculum. i. Develop, update, and post course syllabi in a timely manner. III. Evaluation of Student Learning a. Establish meaningful learning student learning outcomes for courses/programs. b. Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes. c. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning. d. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines. e. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.Juris Doctor Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience in a community college or university setting Four to six years of experience in practicing law Experience working with paralegals Proficient use of technology (Microsoft Office) and demonstrated ability to teach online