Paralegal Classroom Observer

Paralegal Classroom Observer
Hourly rate: $60.00
COMPETITION NO. ADP26-05

About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution with a clear purpose: transforming lives, building careers, and enriching communities.

We prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work through innovative, hands-on and industry-connected learning. From co-ops and field placements to applied research and other experiential opportunities, DC students develop the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to make an immediate impact in their careers and communities.

Known for future-focused, innovative teaching and strong connections to industry, DC offers a diverse range of market-driven programs designed to respond to evolving workforce needs. Our programs span business, information technology, engineering, construction and skilled trades, health care, science and technology, culinary, hospitality and horticulture, social and community services, and media, art and design.

Across our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, DC offers 145 programs, including eight degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs, serving nearly 11,000 full-time post-secondary and 2,800 apprenticeship students. We also support lifelong learning through more than 18,000 registrations in professional and part-time learning, while our community of more than 125,000 alumni is making an impact locally and around the world.

Our impact extends well beyond our campuses. DC contributes more than $913 million annually to Durham Region’s economy. Remaining community-connected, DC works closely with employers, industry, and partners to strengthen our communities and create new opportunities. We are committed to embedding sustainability in the way we learn, work, and contribute to the communities we serve.

At DC, employees are at the heart of that impact. As a people-centred college, our culture is grounded in our values of collaboration, diversity and inclusion, excellence, innovation, integrity, respect and social responsibility. Together, we are creating exceptional learning experiences, supporting student success, and helping to shape a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future.

Position Information:

Classroom observation is one component of the full-time and contract faculty performance appraisal policy at Durham College. It is designed to improve student outcomes by providing formative feedback on faculty performance. The Paralegal programs at Durham College are accredited with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). As part of this accreditation, faculty members teaching in the programs are required to be observed annually to ensure teaching delivery reflects the required LSO competencies as well as teaching and learning practices. The Paralegal Classroom Observer reviews the content and delivery of a course lesson and, using a college-approved template, provides feedback that both acknowledges strengths and suggests areas for further professional development where required.

This is a part-time, casual position. Working hours are variable, and may be scheduled between 8am and 9pm, Monday to Thursday, and between 8am and 6pm on Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedule mutually agreeable observation dates and times with faculty;
  
• Review class lesson plan and/or faculty-provided materials in advance of the classroom observation, as appropriate;
  
• Utilize knowledge of LSO competencies required in Paralegal education;
  
• Utilize principles of adult teaching and learning to conduct in-person classroom observations as assigned by the Executive Dean, Dean or Associate Dean;
  
• Record objective observations of demonstrated faculty teaching skills and abilities using the prescribed Classroom Observation Form;
  
• Submit the Classroom Observation Form to the appropriate Executive Dean, Dean or Associate Dean according to agreed-upon deadlines;
  
• Be available to the Executive Dean or Associate Dean for clarification of feedback, as needed;
  
• Utilize technology (learning management system, educational technology tools etc.) as appropriate to facilitate observation of lesson;
  
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy through adherence to the College’s record retention and destruction protocols;
  
• Participate in training or other activities with the Centre for Teaching and Learning, as directed.

Qualifications:

• Required to be a current licensee with the Law Society of Ontario and possess a master’s degree in Law (LLM);
  
• Thorough knowledge of accredited paralegal education in Ontario;
  
• Current knowledge of paralegal scope of practice in Ontario;
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of teaching and learning methodologies appropriate for adult learning, including Universal Design for Learning and AODA standards;
  
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite as well as utilizing learning management systems and other educational technologies;
  
• Tact, integrity, diplomacy and ability to maintain confidentiality;
  
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace;
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  
• Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills; and
• Able to work independently, and with a flexible schedule.

Please note this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition remains open until filled. Competition number ADP26-05.

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Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.