Temporary
Public Consulting Group
Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com.
We are seeking a temporary Subject Matter Expert (SME) with experience delivering professional learning and a deep understanding of, and experience within, New Mexico’s educational context. The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the state's educational landscape, including its cultural, historical, and community context, as well as a strong understanding of special education.This role involves delivering engaging, inclusive professional development content—developed by Subject Matter Experts from Public Consulting Group (PCG), in collaboration with the New Mexico Public Education Department’s Office of Special Education—to educators, leaders, and families across the state.
This is a temporary, part-time position, estimated at 5 to 16 hours per week, depending on the delivery schedule. Flexibility is required to meet project needs. While content delivery must follow the schedule provided by the client, content development may be completed during evenings or weekends, based on the project plan.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate professional learning sessions tailored to the unique needs of New Mexico’s educators, leaders, and families, using content and facilitation guides developed by PCG.
Deliver culturally relevant and inclusive content across both virtual and in-person settings.
Collaborate closely with PCG’s Subject Matter Experts, Project Director, and Project Managers to ensure alignment with project goals, New Mexico standards, and the priorities of the Office of Special Education (OSE).
Support the development of key professional development deliverables, including:
Slide deck – Visually accessible and aligned to session objectives and adult learning principles
Engagement guide – Participant-facing tool with reflection prompts, space for notes, and application activities
Facilitation guide – Scripted guide with timing cues, discussion prompts, and facilitation tips
These materials are designed based on client-defined objectives and aligned to New Mexico’s educational priorities.
Provide and apply constructive feedback to improve session outcomes and support continuous refinement of content and facilitation approaches.
Maintain clear, consistent communication with all stakeholders to support the success of professional development activities statewide.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in a K–12 setting.
Strong knowledge of New Mexico’s culture, history, and educational priorities, with the ability to apply this context when engaging adult learners.
Proven experience facilitating professional learning for diverse adult audiences, including educators, leaders, and families.
Ability to deliver content clearly and effectively using a facilitation guide, while creating a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging, pacing, and engagement strategies to meet the needs of varied stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to incorporate participant feedback (e.g., exit slips) to reflect on and refine future delivery strategies.
Responsiveness to coaching and feedback, with a commitment to continuous improvement in both content and delivery.
Highly organized and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful adult learning experiences.
Availability to travel within New Mexico, as needed, and commit to the anticipated duration and scope of the role. This includes being onsite two to three days per month based on the client’s professional learning schedule. Each onsite day consists of a full-day session from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., including six hours of delivery and two hours of preparation. The specific schedule will be coordinated with the Project Director to ensure alignment with the client’s onsite needs, organizational priorities, and the candidate’s personal schedule. Schedules will be confirmed at least one month in advance and communicated during project meetings.
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Pay Rate: $150.00 Hourly
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