Lead Data Center Technician

Summary

Join Correlation One, an EdTech company building the future of workforce development, as a Lead Instructor! You will deliver high-quality, live, virtual instruction to 100-8,000+ diverse fellows in technical content. Responsibilities include preparing and leading virtual classroom sessions, collaborating with operations personnel, and contributing to program success. The role is remote, EST time zone compatible, and offers $200-$300 per lecture (including prep time). This contract position runs from February 11 - May 29, 2025, with lectures on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and creating equal access to data-driven jobs.

Requirements

• Excellent educator with stellar communication skills
• Experience working in physical data centers or similar environments
• Experience in mentoring or supervising if no prior teaching experience
• A desire to support students in upskilling their careers into data roles
• Empathy, flexibility, patience; passion for working with diverse learners who are new to content

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lead virtual classroom sessions for a range of Fellows
• Oversee the management of class time Q&A and monitor chat flow, and overall class energy and engagement dynamics
• Collaborate closely with Correlation One operations personnel to ensure smooth program delivery and adherence to schedules
• Be flexible in contributing to classes during weekdays and/or weekends, as program schedules vary
• Assist in lesson design, development, and improvement which may include tracking edits, suggestions, or changes to curriculum as needed
• Interact professionally with Fellows, Correlation One staff, additional contractors, and guest speakers, maintaining a high level of courtesy and respect
• Diligently and adequately prepare for lectures to ensure the delivery of high-quality content
• Be highly responsive and empathetic to Fellows, providing thoughtful answers and assistance throughout the lesson
• Adjust the lesson pace and presentation to meet the needs of diverse Fellows while also maintaining responsibility for timely delivery of the prepared content
• Exhibit an energy, pacing, and ability to make complex topics accessible and maintain strong learner engagement
• Communicate respectfully, recognizing that online or written communication may lack tone
• Maintain extra communicative contact with Correlation One personnel
• Foster a healthy learning environment by maintaining a positive attitude and promoting a culture of learning
• Contribute to course improvement by providing thoughtful and transparent feedback to the Correlation One team

Preferred Qualifications

A+ or Network+ certification an asset

Benefits

• $200-$300/lecture. This includes the 2.5 hour lecture, prep time, and a weekly meeting with C1 staff
• Remote work