Central Islip, NY30+ days ago
degree from an ABA accredited law school preferred Preference for both legal practice and teaching experience Commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students An established record or promise of excellence in teaching legal research and writing Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students Trains and teaches others Interprets the meaning of information Ability to make decisions and solve problems Resolves conflicts and negotiates with others Updates and uses relevant knowledge Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills in communications with supervisors, peers, and subordinates Displays excellent organizational skills including scheduling of events Performs faculty administrative responsibilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook Knowledge of Canvas Knowledge of Zoom and other online communication tools Travel Travel for conferences and professional development Working Conditions Extensive use of computers Extensive time sitting and standing Able to lift up to 5 lbs. Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare and teach graduate law student courses in a physical classroom and/or a virtual classroom Prepare course materials such as syllabi, assessments, final examinations, assignments, and handouts Timely grade student assessments Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students Stay current in and continually strive to improve teaching skills and expertise in the subjects that they teach Stay informed of changes in the law and pedagogical practices in legal research and writing Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues Engage in legal research and produce legal scholarship, as appropriate to the position Commit to service to legal education and to the wider community Engage in the intellectual life of the Law Center, which includes significant service to the Law Center Participate on faculty committees Attend faculty meetings and Law Center events Participate in service outside the Law Center, appropriate to the position Qualifications Education/Experience Juris Doctor required J.D.