From our friends at Golden Gate:
Golden Gate University School of Law invites applications to fill one long-term contract law faculty position beginning with the 2012-2013 academic year. We are seeking experienced applicants capable of teaching in our Academic Support program, as well as assisting with first-year Legal Research and Writing courses as needed.
The Assistant Director will work to support student learning in the law school by administering and participating in a program of academic support services, including teaching courses on legal study skills, providing individual tutoring to students, participating in new student orientation activities and presenting workshops on study skills. Assist with the planning, scheduling and execution of training programs, lectures, workshops, meetings and special events that serve to enhance the serves of the program. Work with law students placed on Academic Supervision and Academic Probation to develop individual academic improvement plans and monitor student progress.
The Assistant Director will work collaboratively with other members of the Academic Development Program team and the Student Services department to improve the development of student study skills and ensure the academic success of all GGU law students. This position will supervise the work of student teaching assistants who will work in coordination with the Academic Development Program.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- J.D. degree required
- Five or more years of teaching experience in a law school Academic Support program is required for this position.
- California Bar membership is a plus.
- All applicants should possess strong academic and professional qualifications, as well as a demonstrated interest in teaching students with diverse backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal, writing and public speaking skills
- Possess an understanding of learning disabilities
- Ability to work independently, organize simultaneous projects, demonstrate initiative, and exercise professional judgment under minimal supervision.
- Maintain school’s strict confidentiality policies.
- Ability to handle sensitive and keep confidential a variety of different student questions and concerns.
E-mail applications may be sent to: lawfacultyappointments@ggu.edu
Contact: Professor William Gallagher, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, Golden Gate University School of Law, 536 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.