Small Interactive Groups Facilitator (2024-2025 Academic Year)

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX, USA

Published: 11/13/2024

Part Time

Small Interactive Groups Facilitator (2024-2025 Academic Year)

UIW Mission

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.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated area as needed during the 2024-2024 Academic Year.

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.

Job Duties

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: UN887PO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired Start Date: 01/02/2025
Position End Date (if temporary):
Reports To: Associate Professor, Psychiatry, Chair, Department of Clinical Sciences
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Open Date: 11/12/2024
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/27503

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).