Lead Instructor: Data Center Technician

correlationone; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Correlation One seeks skilled Lead Instructors to deliver live, virtual instruction and collaborate with operations teams to ensure outstanding learning outcomes for a diverse learner population.

You will prepare and lead sessions, manage Q&A and chat engagement, and contribute to curriculum improvements while supporting students transitioning into data center operations careers.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Fluent in English; professional verbal and writing skills.
• Strong teaching, training, facilitation, coaching, or onboarding experience, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to beginner learners.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and support adult learners from diverse backgrounds.
• A strong interest in helping learners transition into data center operations and infrastructure careers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Instructors deliver high-quality, live, virtual instruction and partner with Correlation One personnel to drive learning outcomes.
• Prepare and lead virtual classroom sessions for a range of learners.
• Oversee class time Q&A, monitor chat flow, and maintain class energy and engagement dynamics.
• Collaborate with operations personnel to ensure smooth program delivery and adhere to schedules.
• Be flexible to contribute to classes during weekdays and weekends as schedules vary.
• Assist in lesson design, development, and improvement with curriculum changes as needed.

Skills

Educator excellence

Communication skills

Mentoring

Empathy

English fluency

Teaching / facilitation

Education

A+ or Network+ certification (nice to have)

Job description

Correlation One is the largest provider of AI and data workforce development programs globally, having trained over 500,000 professionals across 11 countries. As the largest training provider for Amazon Career Choice, and a growing partner to state governments building registered apprenticeship programs, Correlation One sits at the intersection of employer talent needs and scalable workforce training.

We work with Fortune 500 enterprises, federal and state government agencies, and leading employers to close skills gaps in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, and operations leadership. Our programs produce job-ready graduates who are prepared to contribute from day one.

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 30 to 300 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: Jan 11th - April 30th, 2027

Lecture days/time: Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM 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:

• 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
• Fluent in English; professional verbal and writing skills
• A+ or Network+ certification are nice to have
• Strong teaching, training, facilitation, coaching, or onboarding experience, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to beginner learners
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and support adult learners from diverse backgrounds
• A strong interest in helping learners transition into data center operations and infrastructure careers

Where you are

This is a remote position with the preference that the ideal candidate is willing to provide instruction in the Eastern 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 indiv