Paralegal Classroom Observer
Hourly rate: $60.00
COMPETITION NO. ADP26-05
About
Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that
supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job
market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through
field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC
grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the
ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
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 closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on October 5, 2026. Competition number ADP26-05.
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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.
