RFP 26015 – Ed Fellows Project Coordinator

The Region 9 Education Cooperative, on behalf of the New Mexico Public Education Department, is seeking a qualified organization to serve as the Ed Fellows Project Coordinator. This role will create, recruit, place, and support a temporary workforce of “Educator Fellows” who assist K‑12 teachers across Region 9. The Coordinator will manage all aspects of the program—including partnership development with higher‑education institutions, needs assessments, school placements, onboarding, licensure navigation, budgeting, and reporting—while co‑leading the project with REC 9 staff. The contract is a one‑year base term with the possibility of up to three one‑year extensions, and the award will be made after a point‑based technical evaluation. • Develop and execute a master schedule, case‑load management, and implementation plan for Educator Fellows. • Establish and maintain relationships with higher‑education partners, school districts, and state education officials; coordinate placement, onboarding, mentorship, and licensure support. • Provide regular reporting, budget oversight, and compliance with FERPA, background‑check, and health‑coverage requirements; manage invoicing and final deliverables.