Advisor / Coach / Counselor / Consultant / Speaker / Trainer

Overview:
Advisor / Coach / Counselor / Consultant / Speaker / Trainer.
Client: Harris County Department of Education (HCDE), Texas
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (As-Needed / Project-Based)
Contract Term: Up to 5 years (Multiple awards anticipated)
Position Summary:
HCDE is seeking qualified professionals and organizations to provide specialized advisory, coaching, counseling, consulting, speaking, and training services across multiple educational and administrative divisions. Services will be delivered on an as-needed basis to support school districts, educators, administrators, students, and community programs throughout Harris County.
The selected contractor will function as an independent consultant, providing expert guidance, professional development, leadership training, strategic consulting, and educational support while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver professional training programs, workshops, and seminars.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to educators, school leaders, and staff.
• Offer consulting services for organizational improvement, leadership development, and educational initiatives.
• Develop instructional materials, presentations, and digital learning resources.
• Facilitate keynote speeches, conferences, and community engagement events.
• Assess client needs and recommend evidence-based solutions.
• Prepare reports, evaluations, and recommendations following each engagement.
• Collaborate with HCDE divisions to achieve project objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal, state, and HCDE policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (Master's preferred where applicable).
• Professional certification or licensure related to the area of expertise, when required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working within public education, school districts, government, or related organizations.
• Demonstrated experience delivering training, coaching, consulting, or speaking engagements.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Curriculum and instructional design
• Leadership and executive coaching
• Organizational development
• Change management
• Strategic planning
• Diversity, equity & inclusion training
• Grant and program evaluation
• Educational technology integration

Performance Expectations:
The contractor is expected to:

• Deliver high-quality services within agreed timelines.
• Use industry best practices and evidence-based methodologies.
• Provide measurable outcomes and participant feedback when applicable.
• Supply all necessary materials, resources, and professional expertise.
• Operate independently without direct HCDE supervision.

Employment Classification:
This is not an employee position. Successful vendors will serve as Independent Contractors and are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, certifications, and business compliance requirements.
Skills:
Curriculum and instructional design,Leadership and executive coaching,Organizational development,Organizational Development,Change management,Change Management