Small Interactive Groups Facilitator, Part-time

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word invites part-time faculty candidates for the Small Interactive Groups Facilitator (SIGS) role in UIWSOM. The facilitator guides and evaluates the SIGS process during the first two years of the DO curriculum, with sessions held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

Successful candidates will complete the SIGS facilitator training program and uphold UIW's professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in any education or health profession field.
• Experience in small group facilitation preferred.
• Doctoral level or terminal degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide a group of 8-10 learners in the SIGS process and ensure session boundaries.
• Follow up with reflection questions as appropriate.
• Conduct performative and summative evaluations of learners.
• Attend SIGS facilitator debriefs.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes are met.
• Maintain professional relationships with faculty, staff and students.
• Adhere to UIW policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational

Instruction delivery

Instructional technology

Diversity

Inclusion

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Position Summary

The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) invites part‑time faculty candidates for Small Interactive Groups Facilitator. This position is responsible for guiding and evaluating the SIGS process. Small Group Interactive Sessions (SIGS) are a cornerstone of the first two years of UIWSOM's Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) curriculum. During the first two years, learners meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings in small groups with a faculty process facilitator. Candidates who are selected for the position must successfully complete the SIGS facilitator training program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

UIW Mission

The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) invites part‑time faculty candidates for Small Interactive Groups Facilitator. This position is responsible for guiding and evaluating the SIGS process. Small Group Interactive Sessions (SIGS) are a cornerstone of the first two years of UIWSOM's Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) curriculum. During the first two years, learners meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings in small groups with a faculty process facilitator. Candidates who are selected for the position must successfully complete the SIGS facilitator training program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

Essential Functions

• Guide a group of 8-10 learners in the SIGS process to ensure the boundaries of the session are followed.
• Follow up with reflection questions as appropriate.
• Conduct performative and summative evaluations of learners.
• Attend SIGS facilitator debriefs.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Adhere to UIW policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Strong collaboration, team building, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to deliver instruction in person.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree in any education or health profession field.

Required Work Experience

None.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in small group facilitation.
• Doctoral level or terminal degree.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

8-10 hours per week. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

Physical Demands

None specified.

Posting Number

UN1024PO

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Faculty

Reports To

Lori Kels, Chair, Department of Clinical Sciences

Salary

tba

Open Date

05/11/2026

Close Date

05/15/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part‑time faculty in designated area as needed during the 2026-2027 Academic Year.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).