Contractor - AI Expert

Role Description

Contractors are expected to work remote using their personal devices but must be able to accommodate EST working hours.

As a contractor, you will play a critical role in supporting the project team and ensuring the successful execution of projects. This role will include serving as facilitators and mentors throughout the 12-week program from mid-September through mid-December.

Responsibilities will include:

• Participant Facilitation
  • Facilitate weekly small-group cohort sessions for your assigned track.
  • Support with facilitation guide development as necessary.
  • Review and provide structured feedback on participant assignments and deliverables.
• Participant Support
  • Hold designated office hours to address participant questions and implementation challenges.
  • Provide timely feedback on workflow designs, testing outcomes, and implementation plans.
  • Support participants in troubleshooting and refining their AI-enabled workflows.
• Program Collaboration
  • Attend weekly facilitator coordination meetings with the Verizon and program teams.
  • Collaborate with fellow SMEs and program staff to ensure consistency and quality across cohorts.
  • Participate in onboarding and facilitator preparation activities prior to program launch.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of curriculum and participant experience throughout delivery.
• Program Evaluation & Closeout
  • Monitor participant progress and engagement within your cohort.
  • Share observations and recommendations on participant outcomes with the program team.
  • Support final participant presentations and the program showcase.
  • Complete required progress updates or reporting as requested.
  • Provide structured feedback on program effectiveness to inform future enhancements.

Deliverables will include:

• Weekly facilitation of assigned small-group sessions.
• Office hours participation and 1:1 participant support.
• Coaching, feedback, and guidance provided to assigned participants.
• Attendance at facilitator meetings and program events.
• Completion of required progress updates and reporting.
• Participation in the final participant showcase and program closeout.

Additional Commitments:

• All SMEs are expected to attend the Verizon AI Signature Program Participant Celebration, a ceremony honoring program graduates and recognizing their accomplishments. This event will be held in January 2027.

Qualifications

• Specific expertise in integrating AI into financial workflows including tools such as QuickBooks and Zero Sheets.
• A passion for teaching and a deep understanding of AI applications.

Requirements

• The contractor role is expected to begin on August 15th, 2026 and continue through January 31st, 2026.
• Estimated commitment of approximately ~10 hours per week from September 14th through December 15th.
• 8-10 additional hours for onboarding and offboarding in August and January.
• This is a 1099 contractor position; therefore, contractors are responsible for providing appropriate documentation for payment processing.

Benefits

• Starting hourly rate of $150, commensurate with experience and consistent across all locations.
• Next Street maintains an equitable and transparent compensation philosophy.