Adjunct – Paralegal Studies
- Location
- Columbus Campus
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
Job Description:
The Adjunct – Paralegal Studies position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students.
The incumbent of this position may teach classes in the following areas: Legal Environment of Business, Torts and Contracts, Administrative Law, Civil Practice & Procedures, Family Law, and Legal Environment of Business.
The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.
*We are currently in need of Adjuncts with the ability to teach in-person, between the hours of 10 am and 5 pm. Please provide a cover letter that clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications and the classes you are qualified to teach. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Instruction & Student Learning
- Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
- Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
- Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
- Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the college, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
- Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.
Student Engagement & Advisement
- Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
- Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.
Culture of Respect
- Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and an active attorney licensure in any state.
- Prior college-level teaching experience preferred
- State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Compensation Details:
- Compensation: $57.88 per contact hour
- Maximum of 12 contact hours per week
Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
From Columbus State Community College's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 20 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job