Paralegal Technology Instructor (9 Month)

Under the direction of the Dean of Business and Applied Technologies, serves as an instructor in the Paralegal Technology Curriculum and serves as an advisor to students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, in settings with people from diverse backgrounds, educational levels, and age groups while exhibiting the ability to maintain the confidentiality of communications.

• Cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, relevant computer applications, and internet platforms.

• Display skills in planning, organizing, and implementing new initiatives, programs, and services; certify quality through tracking and assessment while effectively managing time and resources, meeting deadlines, and paying attention to details.

• Perform complex tasks, prioritize multiple projects, manage interruptions, and demonstrate the ability to work independently without supervision.

• Knowledge and practical ability in student/career and workforce development while understanding the significance of fostering a learner-centered environment.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the entire student experience, encompassing coaching, mentoring, academic/career advising, student/career services, and academic progression and completion.

• Practice high ethical standards and preserve confidentiality when dealing with sensitive data and information.

• Demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion within the learning environment and the workplace.

Essential Duties:

• Plan and deliver accessible, high-quality instruction that enhances learning and promotes students' understanding of course outcomes.

• Instruct 18-20 contact hours per contracted semester, in either curriculum, non-curriculum, or business and industry; prepare objectives, assignments, assessments, instructional and supplemental materials, grading standards, and attendance policies; develop, maintain course syllabi; ensure the learning experiences align with program and student learning outcomes for the course.

• Create an inclusive learning environment ensuring all students have equitable access to education.

• Ensure availability for all students by maintaining established office hours, offering availability by appointment, and/or responding to electronic communications appropriately and promptly.

• Maintain, complete, and submit accurate and timely documentation of student attendance and grades as indicated by institutional policy and procedures.

• Assist students to make informed decisions by disseminating accurate, quality academic/career information and advising about policies, procedures, educational pathways, and/or transfer requirements from community colleges, universities, and the workforce.

• Facilitate students' understanding of the importance of transferable (soft) skills and their crucial role in achieving college and workplace success.

• Employ a proactive advising model to encourage student success, foster progression, and promote the completion of credentials utilizing the identified Student Success and Engagement software.

• Contribute to curriculum development by creating new courses and updating existing course content and student learning outcomes; offer recommendations for course textbooks, supplies, software, and equipment; provide input into developing the program's course sequence and schedule.

• Engage in the institutional effectiveness process and college- and state-wide initiatives, such as program review, grants, the College's Strategic Plan, and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

• Demonstrate proficiency in student learning outcomes assessment, including aligning learning experiences with identified outcomes, conducting assessments to measure outcomes, and analyzing resulting data to enhance student learning.

• Foster a collaborative and team-based work environment, demonstrating a strong commitment willing to follow tasks through to completion.

• Collaborate with other divisions and departments to align comprehensive credit and non-credit courses and programs where appropriate.

• Champion the College's retention, progression, completion, and inclusion initiatives, ensuring social and economic success for all learners.

• Support the College's mission, vision, and core values by adhering to all policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of an associate degree in Paralegal Technology from an accredited institution with NCCP certification and two years of work experience as a paralegal.

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related discipline from a regionally accredited institution with NCCP certification is preferred

Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.