The Education Outreach Coordinator is a passionate individual who educates New Orleans area middle school students about STEM careers, engineering, and earth and space science aboard the Verizon Innovative Learning explorer lab, a custom-designed immersive learning environment.

In addition to providing instruction to middle school students, the Coordinator will also assist in the development of programs and curriculum, coordinating school visits, assisting schools with their requirements of any evaluation program, and support the management of equipment and technology for the program.

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a team that is changing how STEM education is delivered, with a specific focus on underserved communities. The ideal team member will be high-energy, creative, flexible, solutions-oriented, and able to handle rapidly changing circumstances with grace. In return, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to be part of the next big thing in STEM education, excellent benefits, and an entrepreneurial work environment that supports individual success.

Responsibilities include:

Teaching in classrooms and onboard the explorer lab, including:

• Serve as a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented member of a fast-paced team
• Teach age-appropriate activities and extended or enrichment opportunities to students, following scripted explorer lab experience both onboard the lab and in the classroom
• Coordinate logistics and scheduling for school visits and events, including daily schedule, parking information, and teacher support
• Organize and manage school data and provide weekly reports to the manager
• Coordinate and assist with the presentation of professional development for educators
• Staff after-school events, such as family science night, and public events, such as conferences, festivals, and sporting events (some weekends and evenings required)
• Assist with the development of curriculum, activities, and materials for middle school students and teachers in accordance with the Louisiana Student Standards for Science

Staff marketing and PR events featuring the explorer lab, both locally in the greater New Orleans area as well as nationwide. Past events have included conferences, Super Bowl, NFL Draft, and summer camps. Responsibilities at public events include:

• Engage with the public to promote, enhance, and protect the Verizon Innovative Learning brand and showcase Verizon’s education initiatives
• Lead a diverse audience including children and adults in microlearning experiences onboard the mobile laboratory
• Travel as directed to support roadshow and other events.

Position requirements:

• Outstanding customer service skills, a friendly, outgoing attitude, and the ability to work well as part of a team
• Preference for candidates who are from the New Orleans area, representing the experience and diversity of the students we interact with

• Must be able to work independently with initiative to manage own workload
• Must be flexible and adapt well in unpredictable situations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Travel with overnight stays across the United States may be required – out of town travel is expected to be 10 percent
• The Coordinator must have own transportation and be available for day, evening and weekend functions
• Minimum of a B.S. in science, engineering, mathematics, technology, education, or related field
• Prefer experience as a teacher or student within the New Orleans and surrounding areas public schools

The fine print

Learning Undefeated offers a competitive salary plus many benefits to its employees, including paid leave, health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. This is a full-time 12-month position which is currently grant funded through June 2020. The candidate will be selected for hire based on the following criteria: education, experience, subject area of expertise, communication skills, professional references, background check, and availability. Salary range is $35,000 – $40,000.

Learning Undefeated embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

To apply

Visit this position on Indeed.com to submit a resume and cover letter which describes your connection to the New Orleans community and reasons for pursuing this particular role.

The Driver is a safe and experienced individual who operates and drives the Verizon Innovative Learning explorer lab, a custom-built 45-foot bus that travels to schools and events in the New Orleans metropolitan area. The explorer lab will serve the New Orleans Public School system for the 2019/2020 school year.

This is a full-time, year-round position. The driver can expect to work forty hours each week, on a flexible schedule. The hours will generally follow the school day. The driver will typically drive a different route each week to a different school in New Orleans. The driver will take bus into and out of New Orleans each day to a storage location. In addition to New Orleans Public schools, the Driver should expect to transport the explorer lab to five to eight out of town events on during the 2019/2020 school year. Events may require overnight travel. This position reports to the Program Manager.

Responsibilities include transporting and maintaining the explorer lab, including:

• Transport explorer lab to/from schools in New Orleans or other events – includes driving the vehicle, fueling the vehicle, operating the handicapped lift, operating the onboard generator, operating the onboard HVAC, loading and unloading equipment and supplies, and securing contents for transport
• Ensure the safety of the children, which may include accompanying students across the street, providing first aid in emergencies, and keeping the bus in safe working condition
• Ensure the safety and security of the vehicle – this includes avoiding accidents, following security protocols, and assisting staff to maintain orderliness among the students
• Ensure proper preventative maintenance is completed on schedule
• Report any needed issues or repairs to the manager in a timely manner
• Ensure the vehicle and contents are kept perfect and clean at all times by washing both the inside and outside parts of the vehicle
• Greet students and assist the staff with the student experience as necessary
• Serve as a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented member of a fast-paced team
• Staff after-school events, such as family science night, and public events, such as conferences, festivals, and sporting events
• Follow precise a schedule and adjust driving according to traffic and weather conditions in order to arrive at each event at the designated time

Position requirements:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a minimum of five years commercial driving experience. Must have at least a class B license with an air brake endorsement. Proof of a clean driving record and at least two professional references will be required. Must meet the following:
• Negative point accumulation is not to exceed minus four (-4) points
• Zero (0) driving suspensions or revocations
• Zero (0) incidents of serious motor vehicle violation, including, but not limited, to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs; reckless driving; leaving the scene of an accident, or a series of convictions that reflect a pattern of unsafe behavior
• Has not been assigned to any alcohol safety action program or driver alcohol rehabilitation program
• Has not been assigned to any driver improvement programs
• Applicants with a DUI/DWI will not be considered
• Ability to pass a criminal background check in addition to pre-employment and ongoing random drug tests.
• This position requires an individual with stellar customer service and attitude who is friendly, outgoing and has the ability to work well as part of a team. The Driver must be flexible and adapt well in unpredictable situations.
• Travel with possible overnight stays across the United States is required. The Driver must have own transportation to the storage location and be available for day, evening and occasional weekend functions. Out of town travel expected to be 25 percent during the school year.

The fine print 


Learning Undefeated offers many benefits to its employees, including paid leave, health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. This is a full-time, year-round, non-exempt, hourly position which is currently grant funded through June 2020. The candidate will be selected for hire based on the following criteria: Experience, driving record, communication skills, professional references, background check, and availability. Salary will be based on experience. Anticipated salary range will be $16 – $20 an hour.

Learning Undefeated embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

To apply


Submit resume and statement of qualifications to edcareers@learningundefeated.org