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Help Adults Develop Essential Computer Skills at NOPL Brewerton Library
ORGANIZATION: LiteracyCNY
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Help Adults in Your Community with Essential Digital Skills- Volunteer with LiteracyCNY!
LiteracyCNY is seeking a dedicated volunteer to assist with our Digital Literacy Program at NOPL Brewerton Branch Library. Help adults in your community learn essential computer, smartphone, and tablet skills by volunteering with LiteracyCNY!
Commitment Details:
- Time commitment: Volunteer once a week for 3 hours
- Duration: 6 months or more
- Location: NOPL Brewerton Branch Library, Onondaga County
- This volunteer opportunity is organized through LiteracyCNY's Digital Literacy Program, though your assigned location will be the NOPL Brewerton Branch Library.
What You'll Do:
- Work one-on-one with individuals to learn improve their digital literacy skills such as device operation, internet navigation, and using common software like email
- Assist community members using their own devices or a laptop provided by LiteracyCNY
Requirements:
- Complete our Digital Literacy Volunteer Training to learn about the program's goals, the communities we serve, and how you can make an impact.
- Commit to a reoccuring shift for a minimum of six months.
Interested?
- Signup for a training and become a Digital Literacy Volunteer HERE → https://literacycny.org/become-a-digital-literacy-volunteer/
Learn More:
- Check out our Digital Literacy Sites and a live Schedule HERE → https://literacycny.org/sites-schedules/
- Learn more about our Digital Literacy program HERE → https://literacycny.org/digital-literacy-program-overview/
Questions about this volunteer opportunity can be directed to LiteracyCNY's Digital Literacy Coordinator Lydia Torres, Ltorres@literacycny.org, (315)643-0282.
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About LiteracyCNY
Location:
P.O. Box 446, Syracuse, NY 13201, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to improve the reading, English language, math and digital literacy skills of adults in Central New York. Our trained volunteers support participants in achieving their personal goals to fully participate in the community as citizens, parents, consumers and workers.
Description
Through the use of one-to-one tutoring, small group classes, conversation groups, drop-in or appointment-based computer help, and online learning tools and resources LiteracyCNY uses volunteers to help members of the community to increase their skills in reading, math, English language, and digital literacy so that they are able to fully engage in life as parents, workers, consumers, and citizens.
Please note: All volunteers must be at least 18 years old, fluent in English, and have completed high school or the equivalent. Tutoring opportunities are available in Onondaga County. Digital Literacy Volunteer opportunities are available in Onondaga, Madison, Oneida, and Herkimer Counties.
CAUSE AREAS
Computers & Technology,
Education & Literacy,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
5440 Bennett StreetBrewerton, NY 13029
(43.23893 ,-76.142395 )
DATE POSTED
December 17, 2024
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Google Apps
- Internet Research
- Macintosh Platform
- Microsoft Office Suite
- PC Platform
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3-hr shifts once per week, six month commitment
- Experience working with computers, mobile devices, and general internet navigation. Reliable transportation, ability to work with a diverse population with patience and empathy. Comfortable working independently.