Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Represents NMPED and REC 9 and its programs in a positive manner, interacting with the general public and colleagues. 2. Adheres to applicable federal and state law and local policies and regulations for public education entities, including but not limited to 6.60.9 NMAC (Code of Ethics) (for example, IDEA, Department of Health, Head Start Performance Standards, FERPA, HIPAA, NAEYC, Licensing, etc.). 3. Communicates positively and effectively with parents, children, colleagues, and other agency personnel while maintaining confidentiality regarding all facets of REC IX programs in compliance with FERPA/HIPAA and other federal and state confidentiality regulations. 4. Attendance at mandatory program meetings and professional development is required. 5. Proficient verbal communication skills and the ability to manage conflict in a civil, professional and courteous manner are required. 6. The ability to demonstrate flexibility in the performance of various job functions is required. 7. Program collaboration is required 8. Maintains an atmosphere that protects the privacy of confidential information pertaining to students, teachers and personnel records is required. 9. Maintains notes on consultation meetings with teachers. 10. Tracks and reports all information required to monitor the program status. 11. Participates in program design including implementation of new ideas, problem-solving, and reporting. 12. Participates in professional development opportunities individually and as part of the larger consulting group. 13. Participates in such meetings in–person or virtually as requested by the PED and Region 9 Mentorship Coordinator and/or Educational Services Director. 14. Develops and presents accurate, understandable, and effective training materials for staff development purposes for individual or group presentations. 15. Provides technical assistance, classroom modeling and coaching to beginning and mentor teachers. 16. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
