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About Vermont Law School: Vermont Law School (VLS) is a private, American Bar Association-accredited law school located along the banks of the beautiful White River in central South Royalton, VT. The Law School offers the nation's premier environmental law program, and it is currently ranked #1 in Environmental Law by U.S. News and World Report (no lower than #2 since rankings began in 1991). The school offers several degrees, including Juris Doctor, Master of Laws (LL.M) in Environmental Law, Master of Environmental Law, Master of Laws in Energy Law, as well as dual degrees with a diverse range of institutions, including the University of Cambridge, the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and the University of Vermont, offering more courses in the field than any other law school in the country. Vermont Law School is distinguished by the character of the students, faculty and staff who have chosen to learn, teach and work here. From its founding, VLS has consistently drawn individuals from across the country and world with a passion for public service, a concern for justice, and an interest in pursuing legal education as a means to make a difference in the world. It is not surprising that Vermont Law School has risen to the top as a place to study environmental law and a place to work.
Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Academic Success will assist the Director by developing and executing classes, workshops and other initiatives to improve the academic skills of J.D. and master's students. Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for first-year J.D. student programming, including, but not limited to, curriculum design and implementation of annual first year J.D. student skills-based course.Success will be determined by student evaluations and feedback, evaluation by the Director and other appropriate faculty and administrators, and by student success in their doctrinal classes. Responsible for master's student programming, including, but not limited to, curriculum design and implementation of annual master's student skills-based course.Success will be determined by student evaluations and feedback, evaluation by the Director and other appropriate faculty and administrators, and by student success in their doctrinal classes. Design and implement workshop series and informational resources for all first year J.D. and master's students, manage TWEN web sites, bulletin boards, send emails and distribute flyers advertising programs.Success will be determined by student evaluations, attendance at programs, Director, and faculty feedback. Provide individual counseling and tutoring for students on study habits, skills, tools for improvement, time management, outlining, exam preparation, etc.Success will be determined by student feedback, evaluation by the Director and other appropriate faculty and administrators. Assist in design and implementation of pre-orientation and orientation activities for incoming students.Success will be determined by student evaluations and feedback, evaluation by the Director and other appropriate faculty and administrators. Assist in design and implementation of for-credit bar preparation course, bar information workshops, and individual student bar counseling. Assist in increasing awareness of ASP services and provide support to doctrinal faculty in using those services. Assist in coordinating Student Mentors' activities and assist in Mentor selection, training, and support. Meet regularly with Student Mentors to monitor mentor and mentee progress.
Education, Skills and Experience: B.A., J.D., Admitted to bar in at least one jurisdiction. Experience in higher education administration and/or teaching. Experience in actual practice of law. Training in learning theories. Experience in multi-cultural setting and/or with diverse student body. Background in environmental law not required, but preferred. Knowledge of legal theories. Knowledge of legal analytical and writing skills. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Computer skills.
Please include a cover letter and salary requirements along with your resume. Vermont Law School has an opening for its Assistant Director, Academic Success Program position. A full description of the position and required qualifications is posted on the Vermont Law School website at: https://vermontlaw.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=69646 All applications should be submitted through the link on the website. Please pass on to anyone who might be interested in the position. Sincerely, Joe Brennan
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