Instructor

Position Description

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. This position supports the continued growth and development of online Legal Studies programs by providing high quality instruction in undergraduate and micro credentialing coursework designed for various and nontraditional learners. Faculty are expected to foster an engaging, supportive, and academically rigorous online learning environment that promotes critical thinking, professional communication, ethical reasoning, and practical application of legal concepts.

Major/Essential Functions

• Teach online undergraduate and/or micro credentialing courses in Legal Studies within the School of Professional Studies degree program.
• Develop and/or maintain engaging online course content aligned with departmental learning outcomes, institutional standards, and best practices in online education.
• Facilitate student learning through regular instructor presence, timely communication, substantive feedback, and meaningful interaction within the online learning environment.
• Evaluate and assess student performance using established grading criteria, rubrics, and assessment methodologies.
• Support student success by maintaining accessibility, professionalism, and responsiveness to student questions and concerns.
• Maintain accurate course records, attendance verification, grading documentation, and other required academic reporting in accordance with university policies and deadlines.
• Utilize university supported instructional technologies, learning management systems, and digital educational tools to deliver course content and monitor student progress.
• Participate in departmental meetings, training opportunities, assessment activities, curriculum discussions, and other service-related functions as requested.
• Remain current in the discipline of Legal Studies and in emerging trends, legal developments, instructional technologies, and best practices in online teaching and learning.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative academic environment that supports the mission and strategic goals of the university and the School of Professional Studies.