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Be a Basic Computer Skills Teacher for Adults
ORGANIZATION: Literacy Connects
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13 people are interested
Be a Basic Computer Skills Tutor for Adults: Volunteer to tutor adults in basic computer skills using an interactive, student-centered approach. In the computer class, the students are very new to computers and using the internet. Tutors will work with students on skills like navigating with a mouse and keyboard, logging into and sending emails, and searching online.
The students are adult learners who take multiple classes with Literacy Connects: in addition to basic computer skills, they are learning basic literacy, math, and/or English as a Second Language. Slowing down the pace of the class to talk about the vocabulary or to read-and-repeat what is on the screen is common.
These are in-person classes held at the Literacy Connects office (200 E. Yavapai Road) or at various Pima County Public Library branches in Tucson. Teachers needed in English and Spanish!
Requirements: Attend an Information Session and complete a background check and 3-5 hours of initial training. Training focuses on teaching strategies for adult learners -- volunteers who already have basic computer knowledge desired. Must be at least 18 years of age. $65 training fee.
Commitment: Minimum 9 months (three sessions). Sessions run 8-9 weeks. Be available to meet on a set schedule, once a week. Classes are 1.5-2 hours long.
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About Literacy Connects
Location:
200 East Yavapai Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705, US
Mission Statement
Connecting people of all ages to a world of opportunities through literacy and creative expression. From birth throughout adulthood, Literacy Connects’ continuum of programs offers opportunities for learners of all ages to realize their potential -- at school and in the workplace, as parents, as consumers and as participants in the life of our community.
Description
Envision a community where every child graduates from high school, crime and poverty rates are the lowest in the nation, a skilled workforce fosters a thriving economy, and the arts and culture environment is second to none. We do!
Literacy Connects is a Tucson-based nonprofit founded in July 2011 through the merger of five literacy organizations. The merger was based on the belief that by working together we can create the kind of community in which we all want to live.
Last year, our staff and more than 1,500 dedicated volunteers helped more than 50,000 individuals in Southern Arizona.
Our programs coach children in reading so they don’t fall behind and teach parents the importance of reading to children. We help adults with reading, writing, math and/or English and put books in the hands of people who need them. As a powerful voice for literacy, we connect individuals and groups from across the community to work collaboratively toward better literacy outcomes.
Literacy Connects is about how we - as individuals, neighborhoods, organizations and businesses - share a human connection around literacy that helps each of us learn, grow and have a voice. Together, we are developing more resources, serving more people, doing more good, and accomplishing more than ever before.
CAUSE AREAS
Computers & Technology,
Education & Literacy,
Employment
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
200 E. Yavapai RdTucson, AZ 85705
(32.269123 ,-110.96943 )
DATE POSTED
November 15, 2024
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Teaching / Instruction
- Adult Education
- Basic Computer Skills
- Google Apps
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 9 months (three sessions). Sessions run 8 weeks in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. See website for dates. Be available to meet on a set schedule, once a week. Classes are 1.5-2 hours long each week.
- Attend an Information Session. Complete a background check and 3-5 hours of initial training. Training focuses on teaching strategies for adult learners - volunteers who already have basic computer knowledge desired. Must be at least 18 years of age.