Professor, Paralegal - Part Time

Status: Part Time - 7 week contract starting May 4th, 2026 to June 30th, 2026

Hours: Thursdays from 12:00 PM till 3:00 PM

Home Campus: Fennell Campus

Rate of Pay: $97.25 - $168.70 per hour

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.

Vacancy Status: 1 vacancy available

Posting Date: April 27th, 2026

Closing Date: May 1st, 2026 at 7:00 pm EST

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.

Job Summary

The Social Services and Justice Studies department, within the School of Interdisciplinary Programs and Community Services, requires a part-time Professor to teach in the Paralegal Program delivered in person at Fennell campus.

Under the direction of the Associate Dean, Professors in this department are responsible for providing academic leadership and for developing an effective learning environment using a blended model of lecture and practical learning experiences.

What you’ll be doing:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Teaching theory and practical application components of paralegal work as it relates to Provincial Offences and Highway Traffic Act.
• Creating a positive sustainable and innovative student-centered learning environment.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies most appropriate for the curriculum, delivery mode and students.
• Using various techniques to evaluate student achievement of learning outcomes.
• Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and student success.
• Evaluating, revising and developing learning resources within the program.
• Enhancing educational delivery and experiences using the College’s MyCanvas learning management system and other technology to facilitate student learning.
• Applying College values and philosophy in work activities and interaction with others.
• Using the College’s MyCanvas learning management system to present curriculum, testing and online activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Legally licenced by The Law Society of Ontario as a paralegal or lawyer.
• Three years of experience practicing in Ontario as a paralegal or lawyer, with a focus on Provincial Offences and matters under the Highway Traffic Act.
• 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.
• Demonstrated learner-centred teaching approach, with the ability to develop and implement alternative and innovative delivery methods.
• Strong commitment to human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility principles.
• Proven ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, and community partners.

To find out more about working at Mohawk College, including our Employee Value Proposition, 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/