Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist

About the role

Per Scholas is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist to join its National Training Team in Silver Spring, MD (onsite, contract 3‑6 months). The role supports the lead instructor in delivering instructor‑led training for entry‑ to mid‑level Critical Facilities Technicians/Engineers in data‑center environments, translating complex electrical and mechanical systems into structured learning experiences while enforcing safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Critical Infrastructure Expert Trainer in delivering instructor‑led training and delivering specific training modules as assigned.
• Assist with daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance tracking, one‑on‑one tutoring, daily evaluation and monitoring of student progress, and enforcement of classroom and lab standards.
• Assist in teaching foundational and intermediate technical concepts: electrical distribution systems (3‑phase power, switchgear, PDUs), UPS systems, backup generators and ATS, cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH, chillers, hydronic loops, coolant distribution units), Building Management Systems (BMS) and DCIM platforms.
• Assist in facilitated hands‑on lab exercises involving electrical panels, monitoring simulations, and mechanical systems while enforcing OSHA and NFPA‑aligned safety practices.
• Assist in evaluation of student troubleshooting performance using scenario‑based diagnostics and structured performance checklists.
• Provide students with supplemental resources for deeper learning on technical systems, industry certifications, and best practices.
• Dedicate approximately 10% of non‑instructional time to professional development, technical upskilling, curriculum modernization, and contributing to the product’s retrospective/evaluation cycle.
• Work with instructional and curriculum development teams to provide feedback on lab effectiveness, learner pain points, and content clarity.
• Maintain and update Salesforce and/or LMS with student grades, certification scores, attendance, and performance notes.
• Support and maintain training curricula, syllabi