Education Consultant

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 47,741 - 67,065; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of New Mexico seeks an Education Consultant to deliver specialized education, training, and coaching for IDEA Part C services. The role supports statewide professional development for early intervention educators and interdisciplinary professionals across New Mexico.

The ideal candidate has background in early intervention, family-centered practices, and caregiver coaching, with ability to train using in-person and virtual formats. Travel statewide is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience in delivering in-person early intervention services and mentoring professionals.
• Knowledge of IDEA Part C, family-centered practices, and caregiver coaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized education, training, and technical advice on best practices for IDEA Part C services.
• Collaborate with state leaders and interagency partners to identify needs and develop professional development.
• Provide group or individual coaching, in-person or virtual, to educators and families.
• Travel statewide as needed to support early intervention programs and districts.

Skills

Training delivery

Consultation

Coaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Zoom

Webinars

Job description

Education Consultant

• Requisition ID: req37387
• Working Title: Education Consultant
• Position Grade: 13

The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and the Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The CDD’s Early Childhood Network (ECN) seeks a candidate for the role of Education Consultant to deliver specialized education, training, technical advice, and consultation on current best practices for services delivered through the New Mexico Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C system. This position supports the statewide professional development for early intervention educators and interdisciplinary professionals working to implement IDEA Part C.

The person hired for this position will collaborate with state leaders to perform Part C educational and system needs assessment and a review of state and national resources available to maintain, develop, and implement a system of professional development to teach, educate and train early intervention educators and interdisciplinary professionals. They will provide group and/or individual specialized education, training, technical advice, consultation and coaching on current best practices in early intervention either in-person or virtually through a variety of formats.

The ideal candidate for this position has a background and experience in providing in-person early intervention services, interdisciplinary practices, and has trained/mentored other professionals. They are knowledgeable about IDEA Part C, family-centered practices, and caregiver coaching (preferably FGRBI). They are knowledgeable on the developmental needs of young children (birth to three), evaluation, assessment, individualized planning, early childhood outcomes, transition, and other critical aspects of service delivery to support the educational needs of infants and toddlers and their families.

The candidate will work in collaboration with early intervention programs, school districts, and other early childhood partners. They will participate in state and regional interagency meetings, advisory boards, committees, workgroups, and strategic planning efforts in support of education and early childhood outcomes for infants and toddlers with disabilities/developmental delays and their families.

We are looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic about improving early intervention practices and early childhood education outcomes. They will have the ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. They will be skilled in organizing resources, establishing priorities, and working efficiently. They will have the ability to be flexible with shifting priorities. They will have strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to adapt and individualize their approach to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies from diverse communities throughout New Mexico. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all applications.

This position is based in the Albuquerque CDD office and requires occasional statewide travel including overnight stays, and participation in reflective practice study.This is a term position subject to continuous employment renewed annually and based on annual funding. This contract has had continued funding for over 30 years.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• May require discipline-specific licensure and/or professional certification, as specified by the department in the preferences.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

***Address in your cover letter how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications***

Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field with emphasis on early childhood development and specialized instruction.

Experience

• working in NM FIT early intervention system delivering in-person family centered, relationship-based, transdisciplinary services to young children and their families;
• delivering training, technical assistance, consultation and meeting facilitation in-person and methodology using various technologies including through distance learning techniques (webinars, virtual through Zoom, etc.);
• designing and developing in-person, virtual, and on-line training modules, resources and materials;
• working in collaboration with professional development teams, advisory groups, state, regional and local school and cross-sector partners.

Knowledge of

• all aspects of IDEA Part C, IDEA Part B, and NM Administrative Code governing services for young children with developmental delays and/or disabilities and their families including evaluation, assessment, individualized planning, natural environments, early childhood outcomes, transition and other critical aspects of service delivery;
• evidence-based early intervention practices, including Family Guided Routines Based Intervention, (FGRBI) family-centered practices, family capacity building, caregiver coaching, and practice-based coaching;
• instructional design, adult learning principles, online learning and implementation science.

Additional RequirementsThis position is based in the Albuquerque CDD office and requires occasional statewide travel including overnight stays. This position requires passing a background check and fingerprinting. CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentPediatrics Center for Development (997H) Employment TypeStaff Staff TypeTerm - Full-Time Term End Date06/30/2027 StatusExempt PayMonthly: $4,277.87 - $6,009.47 Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check RequiredYes For Best Consideration Date8/10/2026 Eligible for Hiring IncentiveNo Eligible for Remote WorkNo Eligible for Remote Work Statement CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Application InstructionsRemoved per refinement rules Positions posted with a Staff Type ofRegularorTermare eligible for the Veteran Preference Program.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Background ChecksThe University requires all regular staff positions to pass a pre-employment background check. See policy links for details.