Paralegal Instructor
Paralegal Instructor - Adjunct
Overview ITT Technical Institute is a leading provider of technology-oriented postsecondary degree programs designed to help students develop skills and knowledge they can use to pursue career opportunities in a variety of fields. At our more than 120 accredited ITT Technical Institutes located in approximately 40 states, we predominately provide career-focused degree programs of study in fields involving technology, criminal justice, business, and nursing to approximately 80,000 students. Today, we continue to execute our model, add new programs of study, and grow at a very rapid pace building new campus locations across the country. Looking for an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction and growth of a public company in one of the fastest growing industries? Have a passion for changing people s lives through education? The Paralegal Instructor delivers quality instruction ensuring student satisfaction of instructing students in a classroom or laboratory setting according to program objectives and course syllabi. Responsibilities * Develops daily lesson plans to include instructional aids * Teaches material from approved curriculum in accordance with assigned schedule to ensure student satisfaction. * Assists students in achieving completion of objectives. Provides regular, accurate and timely feedback to students relative to their performance. * Exercises normal classroom supervision to effect a positive learning environment. * Advises students on matters related to academics, behavior, attendance, etc * Participates in school retention initiatives by maintaining productive contact with students and by getting in touch with and offering assistance to absent students. Assists in student concern resolution. * Motivates students to actively participate in all aspect of the educational process, including but not limited to, class discussions, demonstrations, outside assignments, research, enrichment activities, etc. * Maintains and reports student grades and attendance in accordance with company policies and school procedures. * Completes professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college standards and/or as assigned. * Instructs students in laboratory safety procedures when applicable. * Performs duties in the Learning Resource Center as assigned. * Maintains expertise in subject area in order to provide students with current trends and to recommend improvements in curriculum design. * Participates in department curriculum implementation and development meetings. Recommends improvement in curriculum design. * Participates in core course academic support programs, certification programs, and student professional associations at the school when possible. Requirements * Bachelor s degree in a related area is required. Faculty teaching upper division or general education courses must have a minimum of a Master s degree or when applicable, an equivalent professional certification. A Professional certification or a Masters degree may also be required for program/subject matter expertise. Formal education degrees must be from an accredited institution recognized by the US Department of Education. * Must have a minimum of 15 semester hours in the subject area. The required level of academic preparation may be higher in some states. * Minimum of three years applicable experience in the subject matter area is required. Teaching experience in post-secondary education at an accredited institution is preferred Paralegals are preferred for Intro to Paralegal, * Technology in Law Office, and Legal Research Writing. * Experience in presenting material to all levels of employees or students. Possess strong interpersonal skills such as * the ability to build cooperative relationships by being perceptive of others reactions and understanding why they react as they do * selling or influencing others convincing others to change their minds or actions * ability to utilize different methods and mediums to deliver course material. * Efficiently utilize a personal computer and related software including Microsoft Office, course management system software, and internet proficiencies. * Proven educational or administrative experience in solving complex problems for individuals or teams. Experience with analyzing and identifying the strengths and weaknesses of options and exercise critical thinking, problem solving, and judgment skills. * Strong work ethic, timely and accurately organize, prioritize and complete all job responsibilities. * Proven record of multi-tasking and ability to handle a high pressure environment with significant timeline pressures. * Past history of developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time. * Able to obtain and maintain licenses if applicable as required by state or accrediting commissions. At ITT Technical Institute, we are experiencing terrific growth and offer robust career development and advancement potential! We offer a competitive salary and 401(k). Visit us at http://careers-itt-tech.icims.com to learn more about us and apply online. ITT Technical Institute issues, on an annual basis, a Safety and Security Policies and Crime Statistics Report. The Report discloses information about our College s safety and security policies and procedures, and statistics concerning the number of particular crimes reported to each College and local law enforcement agencies as occurring on each College s premises or public property adjacent to the School. The Report serves to inform each College s students, prospective students, employees and prospective employees of the existence and enforcement of the College's safety and security policies. To access the Report for calendar year 2010 and a Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act Notice, go to: http://info.itt-tech.edu/CAMPUS_SAFETY . ITT Technical Institute will provide a paper copy of the Report upon request.