Lecturer - English SPS Special Session (Spring 2026)

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Position Information

Position Title Lecturer - English SPS Special Session (Spring 2026)

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in English. Position will teach as part of a special session with up to 20 assigned students for session periods of four weeks, before next next cohort begins. Instruction will be 3 hours per day delivered online synchronously (3 days a week-M/W/F) and in person at Fort Sam Houston (2 days a week-T/R) in San Antonio, Texas.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This is a government contracted program with an expected term of three years. Note that candidate must be able to successfully acquire military clearance for in-person instruction at military base of Ft. Sam Houston JBSA .

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures for cohorts at Fort Sam Houston.
• Design and update course content as needed.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or virtually).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the academic affairs team and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver all instruction online (3 days a week) and in person at Fort Sam Houston (2 days a week). Classes will be 3 hours each day, and online classes will be presented synchronously.
• 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 with 18 graduate hours in relevant English discipline.

Required Work Experience

Experience teaching adult learners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching at the collegiate level.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Expected in-person/online instruction hours: 8:30-11:30am OR 12:30-3:30pm.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number UN984PO

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Type Part Time

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date 02/03/2026

Multi-Hire Pool No

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to Interim Executive Director

Salary $4500 per cohort

Open Date 12/11/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A.

EOE

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).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.