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Paralegal instructor roles at law schools, community colleges, and ABA-approved programs qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition after DOL certifies the position, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa.
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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: 2159 - Strategic Programs
Job Title: Part time Paralegal Instructor
Job Description Summary
Part-time, temporary instructor assignments are needed on an ongoing, as-needed basis. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Legal Writing, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Torts, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Immigration law to provide the following:
- Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the PACE Paralegal Director as assigned and using approved syllabus template
- Prepare and deliver online evening course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
- Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
- Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
- Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed
- Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
- Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by PACE
- Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate or Paralegal degree from an accredited institution or Paralegal Certificate
- Extensive background and current work experience in the legal field
Special Instructions To Applicants
- A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the legal field
- Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
- Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
- Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
- Highly effective interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
- Current participation in professional associations
- Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students
Oakland University Standard Language
Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.
Open Date: 05/10/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Category: Part-time Faculty
EEO Statement
Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Department: 2159 - Strategic Programs
Job Title: Part time Paralegal Instructor
Job Description Summary
Part-time, temporary instructor assignments are needed on an ongoing, as-needed basis. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Legal Writing, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Torts, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Immigration law to provide the following:
- Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the PACE Paralegal Director as assigned and using approved syllabus template
- Prepare and deliver online evening course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
- Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
- Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
- Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed
- Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
- Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by PACE
- Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate or Paralegal degree from an accredited institution or Paralegal Certificate
- Extensive background and current work experience in the legal field
Special Instructions To Applicants
- A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the legal field
- Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
- Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
- Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
- Highly effective interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
- Current participation in professional associations
- Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students
Oakland University Standard Language
Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.
Open Date: 05/10/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Category: Part-time Faculty
EEO Statement
Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Paralegal Instructor
Document your teaching credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available. Gather transcripts, teaching evaluations, and any ABA-related paralegal program certifications now so your employer's recruitment advertising accurately reflects the role's actual requirements.
Target ABA-approved paralegal programs specifically
Institutions running ABA-approved paralegal programs hire instructors with regularity and have HR staff familiar with PERM. Community colleges and university continuing education departments sponsoring these programs are your most productive starting point.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by paralegal instructor roles and green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify institutions that have filed PERM applications for this occupation before, cutting out employers who are unfamiliar with the process.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your credentials
A master's degree in legal studies or a related field typically supports EB-2 classification. A bachelor's degree plus substantial teaching experience usually lands in EB-3. Knowing your category upfront helps you target employers whose job postings match your degree level.
Ask about prevailing wage before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL-determined prevailing wage for paralegal instructors in that geographic area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your target location before the offer stage to avoid surprises.
Understand that PERM advertising timelines affect your start date
DOL requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period before filing PERM, typically adding several months before the I-140 can be submitted. Factor this into your timeline when negotiating a start date with a prospective employer.
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Find Paralegal Instructor JobsParalegal Instructor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do paralegal instructor roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on your credentials. EB-2 applies if the position requires a master's degree or higher in a legal studies or education field, or if you hold a bachelor's degree with substantial progressive experience that qualifies as the equivalent. EB-3 covers professional positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree, which most paralegal instructor postings specify. Your employer's job description and your own degree determine which category applies.
How does the green card PERM process differ from H-1B for a paralegal instructor?
PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa, and there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires DOL labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status, which can span two to four years from start to finish. H-1B approval can happen faster, but it requires renewal and does not grant permanent status on its own.
What does an employer need to prove during PERM for a paralegal instructor position?
The employer must conduct a mandatory recruitment campaign showing no minimally qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. For teaching positions, DOL requires specific advertising steps including a Sunday newspaper ad, a job posting at the institution, and at least three additional recruitment steps. The employer must retain documentation of all applicants and rejection reasons before DOL will certify the application.
How do I find paralegal instructor employers who have sponsored green cards before?
Searching for employers with a documented PERM filing history saves you significant time. Migrate Mate lets you filter paralegal instructor job listings by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on institutions that already understand the PERM process rather than trying to educate an employer from scratch during salary negotiations.
Can I work for a different employer while my green card application is pending?
Your green card petition is tied to the sponsoring employer during the PERM and I-140 stages. Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days and the I-140 is approved, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Paralegal instructor roles at a different institution would generally qualify as sufficiently similar under USCIS portability guidelines.
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