"MSLS Assistant Facilitator - Cornell Law School"

What you will do:

The Master of Science in Legal Studies (MSLS) Program at Cornell Law School is seeking MSLS Assistant Facilitators to aid administrators and faculty with various responsibilities for students within the online degree program. The Assistant Facilitators are primarily responsible for grading and providing comments and feedback on course assignments. They are also responsible for responding to student queries and synthesizing reading materials on a broad range of legal matters for non-lawyers. Other tasks may include:

• Meeting with students via zoom to conduct or review course activities, as directed.
• Occasionally conducting legal research.
• Collaborating with appropriate Cornell Law School staff to contribute to continuous improvement and student engagement as needed.

These are remote, casual positions for up to 19 hours a week and are not benefits eligible. The hours are flexible and may vary week to week.

Candidates may physically reside anywhere within the U.S. The New York Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and with holdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working outside New York State.

Appointments are for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal based on successful performance and funding availability. Candidates will be provided performance assessments quarterly, to ensure they are given every opportunity to succeed.

What we need:

• Law degree: Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Laws (LL.M.) or Master of Legal Studies Degree from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school.
• 5-10 years of experience working within a relevant sector, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comfortable using technology effectively for learning, communication, instruction, and/or coaching.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.

We'd prefer prior teaching, tutoring or mentorship experience in related disciplines. Online instructional experience, specifically with Canvas a plus.

To apply:

• To be considered, please submit BOTH a cover letter and a resume.
• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

No visa sponsorship is provided for these positions.

University Job Title: Temporary Teaching Support - SP

Job Family: Temporary Academic Support

Level: No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Range: Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability: Hybrid