Instructor, Paralegal - Part-time

Salary: $70.00 Hourly
Location : Milwaukee, WI
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number:
Division: Community & Human Services Pathway
Department: Serve Pathway
Opening Date: 01/13/2026
Closing Date: 2/1/2026 10:00 PM Central
Application Requirements: Hourly rate of $70 per hour is equivalent to the base rate of $40/hour multiplied by the number of hours per course times 1.75 hours which covers office hours and prep time for instructional activities. Activities conducted outside of teaching (non-instructional), require approval and will be paid at the base hourly rate of $40.

Description
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery Prepare and deliver engaging instruction in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.

Classroom/Laboratory Management Manage classroom/laboratory environments to ensure a conducive learning atmosphere.

Curriculum Development Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum to maintain course effectiveness and relevance.

Resource Management Manage equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for instructional activities.

Student Assessment Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth.

Student Advising Advises students on academic matters and provides guidance to support their educational journey.

Collaboration Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance program effectiveness.

Meeting Participation Attend departmental and institutional meetings to contribute to academic planning and decision-making.

Promotion and Recruitment Promote educational programs, participate in student recruitment efforts, and support initiatives to retain students.

Student Support Support student organizations and activities to enrich their educational experience.

Industry Engagement Develop and maintain relationships with business and industry partners to facilitate student opportunities and program growth.

Evaluation and Professional Development Complete program evaluations, engage in continuous professional development, and stay current in the field.

Additional Duties Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall mission and objectives of the institution.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements Master's Degree in Paralegal Studies;

Must have a Master's degree in one of the following:

Paralegal Studies

Legal Studies

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school

Occupational experience Must have a minimum of three (3) years full-time or equivalent (6,000 hours) work experience as an Attorney or Paralegal.
In addition, one of the following must be met:

One year(2,000 hours) of related work experience as an attorney must have occurred within the last five years along with demonstrated experience working with a paralegal in a legal setting

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent teaching experience in a related are a post-secondary level within the last five years.

Standards of Teaching Excellence Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success, Classroom Management, Planning/Organization, Content Mastery and Currency, Teaching Methodology, and Assessment of Student Learning Professional Contributions
Essential Technology

Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook),Telephone

- Experience with a voice mail system, and Computer

- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google
Essential Supportive Technology

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information
Hours This position is a .5 FTE the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday - Friday

Application Materials:

• Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution. Transcripts must show the degree…