Job Description
Correlation One develops the workforce’s skills for the AI economy
Enterprises and governments work with us to develop talent and close critical data, digital, and technology skills gaps. Our global programs, including Data Skills for All (DS4A) and data competitions, also empower underrepresented communities and accelerate careers.
Our mission is to create equal access to the data-driven jobs of the future. We partner with top employers and government organizations to make that a reality, including Amazon, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, USAID, U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Our skills training programs are 100% free for Learners and are delivered virtually by industry experts to minimize traditional barriers to career advancement. We take pride in fostering supportive, human-led, group learning environments that build technical proficiency and confidence in participants.
Join us and let’s shape the AI Economy together!
Job Summary:
Lead Instructors at Correlation One are responsible for delivering high-quality, live, virtual instruction and partnering with company personnel to drive exceptional learning outcomes. Their main focus as educators is to conduct large synchronous online lectures on technical content, training anywhere from 100 to 8,000+ diverse learners at a time, depending on the program. This role involves preparing and leading virtual classroom sessions, collaborating with operations personnel, and contributing to the overall success of the program.
Program Specific Information:
- Program dates: June 15th - October 9th
- Lecture days/time: Wednesdays and Fridays from 19:00 - 21:30 AEST (5:00 - 7:30am ET)
Virtual Classroom Leadership:
- Prepare and lead virtual classroom sessions for a range of learners.
- Oversee the management of class time Q&A and monitor chat flow, and overall class energy and engagement dynamics
Collaboration:
- 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
Expectations:
In addition to the core responsibilities, Lead Instructors are expected to adhere to the following expectations:
Professionalism:
- Interact professionally with learners, Correlation One staff, additional contractors, and guest speakers, maintaining a high level of courtesy and respect.
Lecture Preparation:
- Diligently and adequately prepare for lectures to ensure the delivery of high-quality content.
Dynamic Online Presence Responsiveness and Empathy:
- Be highly responsive and empathetic to learners, providing thoughtful answers and assistance throughout the lesson
- Adjust the lesson pace and presentation to meet the needs of diverse learners 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
Communication:
- Communicate respectfully, recognizing that online or written communication may lack tone.
- Maintain extra communicative contact with Correlation One personnel.
Positive Attitude:
- Foster a healthy learning environment by maintaining a positive attitude and promoting a culture of learning.
Course Improvement:
- Contribute to course improvement by providing thoughtful and transparent feedback to the Correlation One team.
Your expertise
- 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
- A+ or Network+ certification an asset
Where you are
- This role is remote and can be located anywhere that is compatible with the Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) time zone.
Compensation
- The compensation range for this position is specific to location and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. These factors include (but are not limited to) location, experience, education and skill sets. This includes the 2.5 hour lecture, prep time, and a weekly meeting with C1 staff.
Correlation One’s Commitment
Correlation One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Correlation One provides a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Correlation One are based solely on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants to bring their unique skills, experiences, and outlook to our work environment.
Correlation One is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Correlation One strives to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
