Paralegal Classroom Observer

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

AboutDurham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution thatsupports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing jobmarket. With a focus on experiential learning led by expert faculty throughfield placements applied research co-ops and other hands-on opportunities DCgrads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to theever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning Durham College offers awide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines includingculinary management farming and horticulture business IT construction andtrades science and technology health care engineering social and communityservices media art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer145 programs including six bachelors degrees and 11apprenticeship programs tomore than 11000 full-time post-secondary and nearly3000 apprenticeship addition we have more than 16000 studentregistrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120000 alumnirepresent the college both locally and around the world.

DC hasan estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Regionand is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve bycontributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-beingthrough partnerships investments and collaboration.

Position Information:

Classroomobservation is one component of the full-time and contract faculty performance appraisalpolicy at Durham College. It is designed to improve student outcomes byproviding formative feedback on faculty performance. The Paralegal programs atDurham College are accredited with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). As part ofthis accreditation faculty members teaching in the programs are required to beobserved annually to ensure teaching delivery reflects the required LSOcompetencies as well as teaching and learning practices. The Paralegal ClassroomObserver reviews the content and delivery of a course lesson and using acollege-approved template provides feedback that both acknowledges strengthsand suggests areas for further professional development where required.

This is apart-time casual position. Working hours are variable and may be scheduledbetween 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 Colleges 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 masters 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 thisposting is for an existing vacancy.

Please apply belowby submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on October 5 2026. 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.