Any Advice for JD Looking For Online Teaching Opp?

I'm a J.D. looking for online teaching opportunities... particularly Crim Law, Juvenile Law, or Evidence. From what I'm seeing, there are few online law schools and the established brick-and-mortar colleges want a Ph.D. for the Criminal Justice faculty.

I'd greatly welcome any advice or suggestions! Many thanks.

 

The Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences doesn't consider a J.D. to be the equivalent of a Ph.D. for teaching purposes; however, a J.D. combined with an RA Master's in CJ is considered to be equivalent by the ACJS.

If you're interested in teaching CJ, an online Master's (there are tons available) might be a good ROI. Just keep in mind that the ACJS doesn't set the hiring standards for their member schools, so there's no guarantee of a job.

 

Thanks, Bruce. I actually have an M.A. in Psychology. Would they consider that plus the J.D. enough? Or does it need to be an M.A. in Criminal Justice?

Many thanks,

Karen

 

Hi Karen,

The ACJS only specifies the Master's in CJ, but Psychology is pretty closely related, and there isn't any harm in applying anyway.....the worst they can do is say "No thanks".

If you're interested in teaching CJ, it's worth it to join the ACJS; they have employment listings, as well as newsletters and journals that keep you updated on trends in teaching, hiring, etc.;

ACJS - Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences

 

How would you feel about teaching a business law course?

 

I'd be interested in that!

Karen

 

Often times community colleges are looking for an adjunct to teach Business Law, either on the ground or online. At my previous community college, the lead attorney for the Public Defender's office taught our Business Law course. He did an outstanding job!

IMHO, it is easier to get your foot in the door on the ground v. online. Look around at your local community colleges; don't forget "trade schools" that have business law courses.

Good luck!

Shawn

 

APUS is currently hiring JD holders to teach online: National Security Studies, and Intelligence Studies

 

How about teaching Business Ethics?

 

Thanks so much for the thoughts. Pretty crowded field at the community colleges, at least in my small rural area (none of them are hiring; they accept resumes from would-be adjuncts to be kept in their files for two years, but that's about it). And unfortunately I don't have any security/intelligence credentials.

It's beginning to sound to me like the online opportunities are pretty small with a JD alone. I greatly appreciate the collective wisdom and experience!