Legal Assistant – Subject Matter Expert (Sme)

Robertson offers a repertoire of certificate and diploma programs in Business that are delivered in class and online. Robertson’s purpose is to provide global access to purposeful education for students in their pathway to successful careers, with flexibility in time and delivery without the limits of place and distance. At the heart of our philosophy is the pursuit of knowledge and meaningful work.

Robertson provides students with the opportunity to expand their horizons and prepare them for the next stage of their personal journey. Meaningful, challenging, industry-relevant programs taught by qualified, dedicated instructors are at the core of Robertson’s operation.We pride ourselves in offering students an inclusive community that respects diversity and uniqueness.

Description

We are seeking Subject Matter Experts to consult on the development and design of the following courses in our Legal Assistant program:

• Wills and Estates
• Criminal Law
• Legal Office Procedures
• Legal Transcription
• Real Estate Law
• Corporate Law

The successful candidate will work on a contract basis with flexible hours and a work from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an instructional designer to create courses that engage students in relevant, interactive, and transferable learning in preparation for employment as a Legal Assistant.
• Source and create course content such as readings, links and resources.
• Consult with the project lead, course developer, and instructional designer as needed; respond to questions from project team members within 24 hours.
• Create evaluation criteria and assessment instruments that align with the instructional goals and outcomes of each course.
• Create learning material and media as needed (audio, video, integrations, etc.).
• Collaborate with the instructional designer as needed to ensure content is industry relevant, rigorous and well-scaffolded and to ensure timely creation and sourcing of applicable content
• Apply evidence-based development and design theories, practice, and approaches during the course development and design phase.
• Adhere to the development project timeline specified for each course.
• Review course frameworks and completed course builds; provide feedback for revision.
• Incorporate feedback on Course Guides provided by the Project Team.
• Maintain project documentation and course folders.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with a ‘can do’ approach.
• Instructional or training experience in a post-secondary or training environment is an asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Experience developing training programs or courses for professional and educational purposes.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Legal Assistant or related field ; a combination of skills and experience may be considered.
• A minimum of three years of professional work experience as a Legal Assistant is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.