Job Description

Professor, Paralegal

Status:

Full Time

Hours:

Teaching is normally scheduled between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm, Monday to Friday. In accordance with the Collective Agreement, workload may be up to 44 hours per week.

Home Campus:

Fennell

Rate of Pay:

$73,079 - $126,689 per year

Start Rate:

Upon hire, Human Resources will conduct a rate calculation based on completed education and work experience to determine the step within the range as per the Collective Agreement.

Posting Date:

, July 7th, 2025

Closing Date:

July 14th, 2025 at 7:00pm EST


Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial load employees first, in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements.


Please be advised that the successful incumbent will be required to provide Mohawk College with copies of academic credentials and official transcripts at the point of hire.


We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

What you'll be doing:

Under the direction of the Associate Dean, professors in the Department of Community, Wellness & Public Safety, School of Interdisciplinary Programs and Community Services department, provide academic leadership and develop effective and inclusive learning environments. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:





Delivering theory and practical-based courses. Creating a positive and innovative student-centred virtual/remote and/or in-person learning environment. Using a variety of teaching strategies most appropriate for the curriculum. Using a variety of techniques to evaluate achievement of learning outcomes. Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and student success. Enhancing educational delivery and experiences through the use of technology. Applying college values and philosophy in work activities and interaction with others. Developing, evaluating, revising and delivering academic curriculum collaboratively with other professors in accordance with LSO competencies and updates. Using Mohawk's learning platform Canvas to deliver course content, communicate with students, and provide assignment feedback to promote student success Collaborating with Student Rights and Responsibilities to address adverse student behavior. Supporting students with accommodations as prescribed by Accessible Learning Services department.

In addition, the incumbent will be expected to:

Demonstrate the ability to teach relevant legislation, regulations, policy and procedures with the ability to research, prepare, and present to specific paralegal related issues. Provide leadership and an ethical, professional focus to a paralegal career, within the paralegal scope of practice, and administer in-program meaningful assignments and evaluations. Provide an engaging, effective, and inclusive remote/in-person learning environment for a variety of learning styles and learning methodologies to prepare graduates for careers in paralegal. Liaise with others to maintain and control specialized lab facilities & equipment. Undertake special projects, assignments, or tasks as deemed appropriate at the request of the program Associate Dean to promote student and program goals and related initiatives within the Mohawk College community. Teach with a learner-centered approach to assist in the development and application of alternative delivery methods. He/She/They may be assigned to teach classes at any Mohawk Campus. Programs run on a year-round basis and teaching during Spring and Summer months is required. Faculty may be scheduled to teach between the hours of 8:00am to 10:00pm.

What you'll bring to the role:

Licensed paralegal or lawyer with LSO, in good standing (include license number in application). Paralegal program graduate, at minimum, degree preferred or equivalent. Minimum 5-years recent, related experience working as a paralegal/lawyer in Provincial Offences Court, Small Claims Court board and/or tribunal matters. Minimum of at least one year of teaching experience or have formal training in education that has resulted in a degree, diploma or certificate being awarded by an institution accredited, authorized or designated by a governmental authority to offer such degree, diploma or certificate. Experience preparing for, and appearing in, court, boards and tribunals. Professional Certifications such as Alternative Dispute Resolution. Experience with agencies and legal firms, paralegal services, court and tribunal work for professional and community networking, and mandated placement work. Related paralegal software competency and professional software experience required. Exemplary communication, leadership, and interpersonal team building skills. Ability to relate theoretical knowledge and practical applications through innovative delivery methods to provide a meaningful learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds and ages. Learner-centred approach and to assist in the development and application of alternate delivery methods. Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, employees, and communities.

The successful candidate must have the ability to relate theoretical knowledge and practical applications through innovative delivery methods in-person and remotely to provide a meaningful learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds and ages. The ability to work as a part of a team and demonstration of excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

What we offer:

Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College. 93% top up of maternity and parental leave pay for 52 weeks. Generous vacation time. Access to Employee Family Assistance Program, including counselling services, financial literacy services, nutrition advice, and more. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, psychotherapy and psychology), short-term and long-term disability.
To find out more about working at Mohawk College, please visit:


https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/about-mohawk/careers-at-mohawk


We are committed to reconciliation and nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.


The College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.


To learn more about Mohawk College's commitments, please visit the Mohawk College strategic plan webpage:


https://www.strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/