Paralegal Technology Faculty/Program Lead

Paralegal Technology Faculty/Program Lead

Employer

South Piedmont Community College
680 US 74
Polkton, NC 28135
Phone: 704-272-5300

Job Location

Primarily located at the Tyson Family Center for Technology in Monroe, NC 

Salary/Grade

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Thursday, October 7, 2021
Closes: Friday, December 31, 2021

Target Start Date

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Expected Work Hours

Varies

Reports to

Chair, Department of Business and Public Service Technologies

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

·         Juris Doctorate Degree and one year’s experience practicing law and/or teaching; OR any equivalent combination of paralegal practice and teaching experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities. 

·         Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

·         Working knowledge/utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications

Preferred Qualifications

·         Minimum of the equivalent of one academic year of full-time teaching experience at the community college level

·         Familiarity with a course management such as Moodle

·         Knowledge and/or experience with learning outcomes assessment

·         Demonstrated innovation within the field of education and/or technology

·         Evidence of effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills

·         Evidence of a career that includes a strong work ethic with a proven track record of project completion, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle high-pressure environments

·         Evident of a willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth

Position Description

Job Description

The Paralegal Technology Faculty/Program Lead is a 9-month, full-time position located primarily at the Tyson Family Center for Technology in Monroe, NC. Under the direction of the Department Chair of Business and Public Service Technologies, this position assumes primary responsibility for curriculum and assessment of the Paralegal Technology program of study within the College of Applied Science and Technology. This individual is an academically qualified faculty who holds degree credentials or other qualifications appropriate to the program. They are responsible for coordination of curriculum development and review. They ensure that the program contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency. Job responsibilities of the program lead are considered additional duties beyond those of curriculum faculty.

Job Duties

·         Create classroom activities and learning environments that meet the needs of all learners, including high school students, adult learners, and senior populations.

·         Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to SPCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services

·         Acts as chief advocate for the program and presents a positive image of the program and the college to both internal and external customers

·         Leads the recruitment effort for the program and assures that promotional literature is current, accurate, and available

·         Assures that all faculty members in the program are assisting with student advising and providing current, accurate information

·         Assists the Department Chair in maintaining a roster of qualified adjunct faculty for the program

·         Works with the Department Chair in recruitment, orientation, and mentoring  of adjunct faculty

·         Performs classroom observations of adjunct faculty in the program

·         Makes recommendations to the Department Chair and Dean of Applied Science and Technology for curriculum changes

·         Leads program faculty in  the area of outcomes and assessment as required for SACS‑COC accreditation

·         Maintains and updates all master course syllabi specific to the program 

·         Coordinates the selection of textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency

·         Leads the program’s advisory committee process, program review, and program improvement plans

·         Coordinates class scheduling for the program as directed by the Department Chair

·         Assists the Department Chair and Dean of Applied Science and Technology in other ways as needed

·         Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program to meet the needs of a learning-centered college

·         Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position

·         Provide accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college

·         Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus or Tyson Family Center for Technology (Monroe), in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or in a corrections setting (Anson county)

·         Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online

·         Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation

·         Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs

How to Apply

Apply online at https://jobs.spcc.edu/postings/2444. Position is open until filled. 

Job Post Contact

South Piedmont Community College

Human Resources

PO Box 126

Polkton, NC 28135

Email: employment@spcc.edu