Paralegal Studies Instructor (Remote)

University of California, Riverside – Extension

ABOUT UCR UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
University Extension is the continuing and professional education division of the University of California, Riverside offering programs and certificates to domestic and international students. University Extension values excellence and has educated international students for over forty years.

POSITION OVERVIEW
Position Title: Paralegal Studies Instructor: Part-Time UNEX Instructor
Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is: $700 per unit. Plus, an approximate $100 per unit as a course development fee (payable for the first time the course is taught in each modality)
Anticipated Start: Between Fall 2024 and Winter 2024

POSITION DESCRIPTION
University Extension is seeking experienced professionals to join our instructional teams as part-time instructors for adult learners. This is a continuous recruitment for part-time instructors to teach one or more courses in Extension’s Professional Certificate in Paralegal Studies, the only American Bar Association-approved program in the Inland Empire. The Professional Certificate in Paralegal Studies resides in the Department of Professional Programs. The curriculum for this program is designed to teach adult learners legal theory and includes practical application during an optional internship.

Courses are 6-11 weeks in length and average 3 - 4.5 teaching hours per week. Additionally, courses in this program are offered synchronously online. Courses are typically scheduled in the early evenings (Pacific Time), Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturdays.

Courses include
➢ Fundamentals of Law for the Legal Professional
➢ Legal Research and Writing I & II
➢ Civil Litigation and Procedures
➢ Tort Law
➢ Ethics for the Legal Professional
➢ Contract Law
➢ Insurance Law
➢ E-Discovery for Paralegals
➢ Local Government Law for Paralegals
➢ Intellectual Property Law for Paralegal Professionals
➢ Business Law
➢ California Water Law
➢ Computer Legal Research Using LexisNexis
➢ Constitutional Law
➢ Construction Law
➢ Criminal Law for Paralegals
➢ Elder Law
➢ Employment Law
➢ Family Law
➢ Immigration and Naturalization Law and Procedure
➢ Paralegal Internship
➢ Probate Practices and Procedures
➢ Real Property Law
➢ Rules of Evidence
➢ Trial Preparation
➢ Law Office Procedures, Systems, and Technology
➢ Alternative Dispute Resolution
➢ Bankruptcy Law and Procedure
➢ The Art of Writing Persuasive Legal Motions
➢ Healthcare Law for the Legal Professional
➢ Project Management for the Paralegal
➢ Alternative Dispute Resolution for Paralegals

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instruction in accordance with the established instructional agreement, curriculum outlines, and class schedules provided by University Extension.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies of the course.
• Work in conjunction with collaborative partners and subject matter experts in order to ensure that course information is current.
• Participate in scheduled orientations, meetings, and mandatory training programs by UCR’s established deadlines.
• Maintain timely and accurate academic records within the learning management system and submit timely and accurate documentation as outlined in the instructional agreement.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements

• Advanced degree in Law or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five years of related work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide instruction online.
• Commitment to diversity and the University’s mission.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching adult learners.
• Experience with curriculum development and course design.
• Experience teaching online courses using Canvas.
• Ability to teach a wide range of courses.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
To apply please visit https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01912. This is a continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The interview process may include a teaching demonstration. For more information about UCR Extension, please visit http://www.extension.ucr.edu/

Applications must include:

• Curriculum Vitae - Most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence - Statement on your past and/or potential future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, which is a key requirement of the role of every faculty member and administrator at UCR. There are numerous ways to contribute, and a commitment to this part of our mission can be reflected through research, teaching, supervision, mentoring, community engagement, service, and any of the other varied activities that are part of an academic career.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Instructional agreements are made on a course-by-course basis at the discretion of the University with no guarantee to teach future courses. This part-time position is not eligible for benefits but participates in the University of California Defined Contribution Plan

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, State, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.