San Mateo County Community College District
Part-Time Legal Assisting (Paralegal) Instructor (Pool)
San Mateo County Community College District, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
Part‑Time Legal Assisting (Paralegal) Instructor (Pool)
Location:
San Mateo County Community College District
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Salary Schedule:
Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows:
Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) – $89.20–$130.94 per hour
Lecture Course (Salary Schedule AJ) – $103.85–$151.07 per hour
Months Per Year:
Semester assignments as needed
Mandated Reporter:
Yes
Campus Security Authority:
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses in the Paralegal Studies program
Develop and evaluate curricula appropriate to the different learning needs of students and create student learning outcomes
Provide an equitable classroom environment that promotes learning for every student
Use and keep abreast of current pedagogies and technologies that are effective in a diverse classroom
Consult with students during regularly‑scheduled office hours
Perform other professional duties as required by contract or divisional and institutional needs. A portion of the teaching assignment may consist of evening or weekend classes
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Program‑specific data collection and analysis
Issues affecting the training and employment of paralegals and legal assistants
Computer‑based applications and modern technologies for teaching paralegal courses
Successful experience in teaching or evidence of preparation to teach the full range of college paralegal studies courses
Possession of a certificate from an ABA‑approved paralegal program
Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing
Teach theoretical concepts and practical skills needed for paralegal employment
Commitment to and proficiency in creating curricula and methods of delivery that reflect present department standards and practices
Training and/or history of effective interaction with students at the basic and developmental levels
Use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter
Motivate students from a broad spectrum of academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds
Develop student learning outcomes and assessments, as well as program review, for paralegal courses
Expand the use of technology appropriate to the subject areas of the assignment, including distance education
Collaborate in college‑wide and departmental activities to assess and improve student learning outcomes
Commitment to the role and purpose of the community college, including the mission and values of the District's colleges
Use teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and engage students actively in their studies, encouraging them to become critical thinkers and independent learners
Desire to work collaboratively with faculty members and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
Commitment to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom through enthusiastic contributions to department, division and college activities
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or higher specifically in legal assisting (paralegal studies), and at least two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR Associate degree and at least six years of directly related professional experience; OR equivalent experience (see below). Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree.
Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a J.D. or L.L.B. degree
Benefits Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined‑benefit retirement plan through the State of California; or may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.
EEO Statement San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.
Application Deadline:
6/30/2026
To apply, visit
Job Application
#J-18808-Ljbffr
San Mateo County Community College District
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Salary Schedule:
Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows:
Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) – $89.20–$130.94 per hour
Lecture Course (Salary Schedule AJ) – $103.85–$151.07 per hour
Months Per Year:
Semester assignments as needed
Mandated Reporter:
Yes
Campus Security Authority:
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses in the Paralegal Studies program
Develop and evaluate curricula appropriate to the different learning needs of students and create student learning outcomes
Provide an equitable classroom environment that promotes learning for every student
Use and keep abreast of current pedagogies and technologies that are effective in a diverse classroom
Consult with students during regularly‑scheduled office hours
Perform other professional duties as required by contract or divisional and institutional needs. A portion of the teaching assignment may consist of evening or weekend classes
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Program‑specific data collection and analysis
Issues affecting the training and employment of paralegals and legal assistants
Computer‑based applications and modern technologies for teaching paralegal courses
Successful experience in teaching or evidence of preparation to teach the full range of college paralegal studies courses
Possession of a certificate from an ABA‑approved paralegal program
Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing
Teach theoretical concepts and practical skills needed for paralegal employment
Commitment to and proficiency in creating curricula and methods of delivery that reflect present department standards and practices
Training and/or history of effective interaction with students at the basic and developmental levels
Use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter
Motivate students from a broad spectrum of academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds
Develop student learning outcomes and assessments, as well as program review, for paralegal courses
Expand the use of technology appropriate to the subject areas of the assignment, including distance education
Collaborate in college‑wide and departmental activities to assess and improve student learning outcomes
Commitment to the role and purpose of the community college, including the mission and values of the District's colleges
Use teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and engage students actively in their studies, encouraging them to become critical thinkers and independent learners
Desire to work collaboratively with faculty members and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
Commitment to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom through enthusiastic contributions to department, division and college activities
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or higher specifically in legal assisting (paralegal studies), and at least two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR Associate degree and at least six years of directly related professional experience; OR equivalent experience (see below). Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree.
Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a J.D. or L.L.B. degree
Benefits Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined‑benefit retirement plan through the State of California; or may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.
EEO Statement San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.
Application Deadline:
6/30/2026
To apply, visit
Job Application
#J-18808-Ljbffr