Small Interactive Groups Facilitator, Part-time

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word invites part-time faculty candidates to serve as Small Interactive Groups Facilitator for UIWSOM. The role guides and evaluates learners in routine SIGS sessions held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

Selected candidates complete SIGS facilitator training and uphold UIW ethics and policies. Responsibilities include leading groups of 8-10, providing reflections, conducting evaluations, and coordinating with departmental faculty to meet curriculum

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in 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 SIGS to ensure session boundaries are followed.
• Reflective questions and summative evaluations of learners.
• Attend SIGS facilitator debriefs and collaborate with department faculty.
• Maintain professional ethics and UIW policies in all activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

In-person instruction

Instructional technology

Diversity & inclusion

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in Education

Master's degree in health profession field

Doctoral level or terminal degree (preferred)

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.

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

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.

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).