Leadership Instructor: Operations Leadership

Correlation One develops workforce 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 training programs 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, the U.S. State Department, 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 Fellows 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 Start Date: June 10, 2025
• Program End Date: October 2, 2025
• Weekly Lecture Cadence: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM - 2 PM ET

Virtual Classroom Leadership:

• Prepare and lead virtual classroom sessions for a range of Fellows, with a target learner audience of 500 total learners who can attend one of two weekly lectures
• Deliver instruction on key concepts related to Operations Leadership areas, tailoring content to match skills and interests.
• 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 Fellows, 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 PresenceResponsiveness and Empathy:

• 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

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.

Who you are

• As the Operations Leadership Lead Instructor, you are a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in the field of leadership, team and people management, and process improvement. With a solid background in both theoretical knowledge and practical application, you possess a deep understanding of various leadership principles, effective communication, and conflict management. Your passion for teaching and mentoring is evident through your ability to effectively convey complex concepts to students of all levels. As a dynamic leader, you are committed to empowering the next generation of Operation Leadership professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in today's ever-evolving threat landscape.

Your expertise 

• 4 years of experience in leadership and development or operations leadership type role
• Previous experience in roles similar to Amazon’s Process Assistant role, Team Lead roles, Shift Supervisor positions, and other workplace leadership roles will be helpful when being considered for this role
• Supervision roles that have developed your skills around positively leading a team effectively and proficiency in administrative tasks. 
• Experience teaching content focused on leadership skills, conflict resolution, collaboration, people management, and time management
• Comfortable to be able to leave live breakout sessions and provide instant feedback
• Strong command of the English language, both oral and written
• Data-driven mindset and results-oriented
• Comfortable and excited to work in a dynamic start-up environment with a lean team
• Passionate about improving processes, self improvement and research
• Comfortable working remotely, independently, and self-motivated to succeed

Where you are

• This role is remote and can be located anywhere that is compatible with the EST time zone. We are headquartered in New York City and have office space in Midtown Manhattan.

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 candidates@correlation-one.com.