Dallas College · 20 hours ago
Full Time Faculty, Paralegal AY26/27
El Centro Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $60K/yr
3+ years expDallas College is one of the largest community college systems in Texas, serving over three million students since 1965. They are seeking a Full Time Faculty member in Paralegal to teach courses, develop curriculum, and support student learning in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
Higher EducationTrainingVocational Education
Responsibilities
Teach students in assigned classes in accordance with course descriptions and/or learning outcomes, the course syllabus, and institutional policies and procedures
Provide students with a syllabus that includes required institutional policies, course objectives, materials, and methods of evaluation
Provide a workload schedule showing teaching and office hours
Certify student attendance in classes by the established deadlines
Maintain accurate and complete course records
Submit final grades by the established deadlines
Communicate with and provide feedback to students in a timely fashion
Develop course curriculum and instructional materials (individually or collaboratively)
Use knowledge of diverse communities and skill sets to diversify teaching methods and delivery of content in instruction
Provide effective instruction to facilitate student learning in all classes taught
Evaluate and assess student learning on a regular basis in all classes taught
Participate in assessment activities at course, department, college, and district levels to assist students in achieving designated course objectives or learning outcomes
Use appropriate technologies to enhance classroom or online instruction and to achieve established course objectives or learning outcomes
Regularly evaluate teaching methods and use data to continually improve instructional strategies
Support the mission and goals of the college and the strategic priorities of the Board
Serve on departmental, college, and/or district committees
Attend scheduled discipline, department, division, and college meetings
Participate in the review of curricula and selection of instructional materials within the discipline or department
Participate in required program reviews and the achievement of departmental goals
Comply with all required college-level and program-level accreditation standards
Discuss program, career, or transfer options and other college services with students to support informed academic decisions
Attend required assembly/convocation and commencement/graduation ceremonies
Perform other duties mutually agreed upon in consultation with supervisor
Maintain knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic discipline or workforce field
Maintain any required professional certification or licensure in the appropriate academic or technical discipline, where appropriate
Remain current with technological and pedagogical advances that promote continuous improvement of student learning
Participate in a variety of professional development activities
Participate in one's own performance review and evaluation
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or higher in Paralegal or related field, with current license/certificate in the field, and three years of nonteaching, work related experience
One year of demonstrated teaching experience required
Official transcript will be required
The Dallas College System seeks faculty who strive for excellence, are committed to continuous student learning, and demonstrate passion and skill in effective teaching and learning facilitation
Such faculty are competent in their discipline and innovative in their approach to learning, and they are committed to personal growth and the on-going assessment and evaluation of their teaching
They demonstrate a commitment to the mission and philosophy of the community college and to working effectively with diverse populations
They are committed to effective communication with others and fostering an atmosphere of collegiality
Finally, they demonstrate and promote high ethical standards and academic honesty
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities
*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***
Preferred
Bilingual or multilingual preferred
Company
Dallas College
Dallas College is a community college that provides higher education, technical and vocational degrees that help in workforce development.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.81MKey Investors
Generation HopeTexas Workforce CommisionNational Science Foundation
2024-09-12Grant
2023-12-07Grant· $1.01M
2023-05-11Grant
Leadership Team
Alexandra Juarez, SHRM-CP
Learning and Development Partner
Amanda L. Sargent, LMSW
Director, Civic Partnerships and Strategies
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