Paralegal Studies Certificate Program Educator

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The Office of Professional Advancement is seeking qualified part-time Program Educators for the Paralegal Studies Certificate Program. We are looking for experienced legal professionals who are passionate about teaching, mentoring, and preparing students for success in the legal field.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar association; Florida Bar membership preferred
• A minimum of 10 years of professional legal and/or teaching experience
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of legal practice, such as:
  • Civil litigation
  • Legal research and writing
  • Contract law
  • Family law
  • Real estate law
  • Criminal law
  • Probate and estate planning
  • Immigration law
  • Business law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Preferred qualifications include:

• Practicing attorneys and/or sitting or retired judges, with Florida legal experience strongly preferred
• Experience teaching adult learners in professional, continuing education, or higher education settings
• Familiarity with legal technology, legal databases, and current legal procedures

Responsibilities

Program Educators are responsible for:

• Delivering engaging and interactive instruction in paralegal studies and legal practice
• Teaching legal research, legal writing, case analysis, and procedural concepts
• Facilitating practical learning activities, assignments, and participant assessments
• Providing mentoring, guidance, and constructive feedback to participants
• Maintaining current knowledge of legal trends, ethics, and professional standards
• Supporting participant professional growth and career readiness in the legal field

Additional Requirements

• Reliable internet access and the ability to teach remotely via Zoom
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively engage adult learners in an online learning environment

These are part-time staff positions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis based on instructional needs, and the applicant pool will remain open throughout the academic year.

Please note that appointments and course assignments are contingent upon student enrollment, program needs, and available funding. Final confirmation of teaching assignments may not occur until classes begin. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates should complete the online employment application and upload the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume or curriculum vitae

For additional information, please contact the Division of Continuing and International Education at opa@miami.edu.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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