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- Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal) Degree OR
- Bachelor in any subject + Paralegal Diploma Required Experience:
- Minimum 8+ years' experience working as a paralegal.
- Comprehensive experience using legal software Preferred
- Masters of Education (MEd)
- Knowledge of Indigenous law | Indigenous lived experience
- Comprehensive experience relating to legal procedures
- Online teaching experience using web‐based education platforms
- Post‐secondary or other teaching experience with the ability to engage students through a combination of theoretical content and applied teaching methods Posting Detail Information Internal or External Position External Appointment Date (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Salary Scale $9,328 per instructional section to a maximum of $14,252 per instructional section based on previous experience. Scale placement will be completed according to the Collective Agreement. Post Date 04/10/2024 Close Date 05/10/2024 Open Until Filled No
Instructor - Legal Studies - North Vancouver, Canada - Capilano University
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Posting Summary Competition Number F18665P Position Title Instructor - Legal Studies Employee Group Faculty Position Status Regular Limited Term Position Type Instructor Special Appointee Others please specify Workload Amount RLT4 Department Legal Studies Additional Notes The School of Legal Studies seeks to fill a Regular Limited Term 4 section faculty position for the academic year, beginning in September 2024. Location North Vancouver What you'll do CapU's School of Legal Studies has been training legal professionals for over 40 years, and is an acknowledged leader in providing education services for paralegals and legal administrative assistants.We are a close knit, small program, and student experience is a priority. The School of Legal Studies offers programs to paralegal and legal administrative assistant students in an in‐person and online environment.
We take a student-centered approach, and our curricula integrates case studies, projects and interactive learning experiences. Our students are focused and dedicated to their studies and will keep you on your toes and at the top of your game.
Our current faculty are seasoned experts who excel in their field and are excited to welcome like-minded professionals who are on the leading edge of their field and are committed to mentoring students from a wide range of backgrounds. Bring your energy, ideas and growth mindset – there may be opportunities to take on additional work/sections or develop courses in your area of expertise.
We are looking for paralegals to teach procedural courses covering various subjects. Areas of specialization are flexible; however, experience in corporate law, litigation, conveyancing and/or securities is an asset.
Instructors are expected to attend departmental meetings and assist the Department Chair(s) and Convenors in all areas of departmental work as assigned, including student recruitment, committee work, and the development and implementation of new courses.
Letters of application should address the candidate's philosophy of undergraduate teaching as well as their ability to foster an equitable and inclusive community within the University.
We actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as racialized, Indigenous, Black, and/or persons of color. In keeping with Capilano University's commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) of Canada Calls to Action and addressing historic barriers to higher education, the ideal candidate brings lived Indigenous experience to enhance learning in the classroom.
We invite candidates to self-identify and be part of our mission to create a truly inclusive educational environment. What you'll bring Required Qualifications: