Category: Digital Literacy

Digital Literacy/Computer Instructor P/T

11/26/2025

1199SEIU TEF seeks a dynamic Digital Literacy/Computer Instructor to teach an in-person Excel/Outlook training class beginning in January 2026.

Classes will be taught on-site at Maimonides Hospital located at 4802 10th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Students will be a mix of frontline health workers and hospital administrative staff.
Classes will meet Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:30am to 11:30am (flexible)
Duration 10 weeks
Competitive hourly rate $67/hour
Applicants must:

Effectively teach students at varied skill levels.
Assess aptitude of students and pace the course accordingly
Plan learner-centered, participatory lessons and utilize a project-based approach
Evaluate student progress using class quizzes and North Star assessment
Integrate other technology/online platforms into instructional strategies
Adapt teaching style and strategies to maximize student learning and retention

Part-time position for applicant with proven experience in education or teaching, with a focus on computer skills

Must possess Microsoft Office Suite Certification
Must be able to multi-task and have strong communications skills.
Please send resume to [email protected]

Digital Literacy Instructor F/T

2/5/2025

Full-time Computer/Digital Literacy Instructor Needed

CAMBA is looking to hire a full-time Computer/Digital Literacy Instructor to work at its Education Center, located at 10 Snyder Avenue (3rd Floor) in Brooklyn.

Using NORTHSTAR Digital Literacy’s modules and curriculum, the CAMBA Digital Literacy Instructor is responsible to pre-test students in order to gauge their initial skills, train them in the areas where they show gaps, and post-test them to determine progress.

The instructor is responsible for educating students on essential digital skills, including the use of technology, online safety, and digital communication. The instructor will aim to help multi-ethnic adult/young adults develop and enhance the technical skills they need in order to become employed, to get better jobs, and to communicate effectively in their daily life activities.

The work schedule is 9:00 am to 5:00 pm from Monday to Friday. Full-time instructors teach a morning class from 9 am to 12 pm and an afternoon class (with different students) from 1 to 4 pm.

Services are provided on site and in person only.
The salary is $45,000.00 annually.
To apply for this position, please send an updated resume and cover letter to Jude Pierre at [email protected].

Digital Literacy & Navigation Instructors

1/11/2024

Make the Road New York (MRNY) builds the power of immigrant and working-class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. Make the Road New York operates community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; Brentwood, Long Island and White Plains, Westchester County. With a membership of 27,000, MRNY tackles the critical issues facing our communities, including workplace justice, tenants’ rights, immigrant rights and civil rights, TGNCIQ justice (TGNCIQ = transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex and queer), public education, health care access, and immigration reform. MRNY is a newly unionized workplace, currently negotiating its first Collective Bargaining Agreement.

MRNY is a multi-service organization. Our member-led organizing committees -- which work on the issues named above -- implement strategies to combat shared problems, and develop leadership and the capacity for civic participation. We also provide an array of high-quality bilingual services: We offer English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), computer literacy, citizenship preparation, and in-school and after-school youth programs. We have a robust legal program that offers direct representation across a spectrum of practice areas, including employment law, immigration law, housing and benefits, and TGNCIQ civil rights; we also take on impact litigation as a strategy for achieving broad change. Our health program offers facilitated enrollment into health insurance programs and SNAP benefits, a community health worker home visit program, nutrition education and emergency food pantries, health care navigation, and more.

The Adult Education team is composed of instructors, admin staff, data staff, case managers and program managers. We run classes in all 5 of MRNY’s locations and our Queens office is the location where the largest number of ESOL and Civics classes are offered. Our team collaborates often with other MRNY teams to ensure that the students in our classes get the educational services that they need as well as other information and opportunities to engage in community life.

Current Opening:
The Role(s): Make the Road New York (MRNY) is looking for temporary digital literacy & navigation instructors who can deliver in-person instruction to immigrants with low digital literacy levels seeking to develop basic skills with which to use digital tools and programs in their daily lives. The instructors will be using a combination of Northstar, MRNY, and Google Applied skills materials which they will adapt to respond to each group’s evolving needs. All courses will be held in Spanish.

Length of position: Each instructor will work from mid January to late May or June. Depending on funding, the position may be able to continue beyond then. Each instructor will teach classes for one 8 week cycle in February and March and another 8 week cycle in April and May.

Locations/class schedules: (All offices are MTA accessible.)

Position 1: Jackson Heights/Corona Queens and Bushwick Brooklyn
Brooklyn class: Bushwick, Brooklyn - Monday & Friday from 6:00pm - 8:00 pm
Queens class: Jackson Heights/Corona, Queens - Wednesday & Thursday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Position 2: Port Richmond, SI
Staten Island class: Port Richmond, Staten Island - Tuesdays 6-10pm
Hours/wk:
Position 1: 18 hrs/wk
Position 2: 9 hrs/wk

***NOTE: We are also open to hiring one person for all 3 classes. If one person takes all 3 classes the position will be for a total of 26 hours/wk.

Key Responsibilities but not limited to:

Plan and deliver digital literacy instruction to Spanish speaking, adult immigrants with low digital literacy.
Adapt and develop curricular materials to fulfill class evolving needs
provide in-person support to students
Keep student attendance and contact students with chronic absences and latenesses to encourage participation.
Enter class data make progress notes on Salesforce as well as in other databases
Properly archive class materials

Requirements:

Eligible to work in the US
Required to be fully vaccinated with and FDA approved COVID-19 vaccine prior first day of employment
Bilingual: Spanish/English
Candidates should have intermediate to advanced computer skills including high-level proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Email, and a strong understanding of the essential digital literacy skills.
At least 1 year of prior experience teaching or facilitating digital literacy classes for groups of students /Proven track record of coaching and/or teaching adults
High school diploma required
Enthusiasm for working with adult learners
Experience working in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic work environment

Job Competencies:

Self-starter with strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Highly professional and team oriented with a passion for excellence and eagerness to help the department meet our goals.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and complete assignments under strict deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work under pressure required.
Strong communication skills- including listening skills
Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills
Strong collaboration skills
Strong organizational skills including: an attention to detail and ability to multitask and manage disparate projects and tasks within set timeframes
Strong problem solving skills
Strong self awareness and emotional intelligence
High level of accountability and initiative; needs to be a self-starter and eager to do team work to support the organization as a whole

Salary and Benefits:
Starting salary is based on a scale set by a democratically-elected personnel committee and will depend on factors such as experience and education. MRNY offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, 401K, and generous paid vacation, sick, personal days. The salary range for this position is from $24.32 to $32.77.

How to Apply
Please attach cover letter/resume and submit all documents to the Make the Road New York career center.
For external applicants, please click here.

Make the Road believes that social change is best achieved through grassroots community-based organizing that flows directly from and engages the community demanding the change. As a membership-based organization, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, criminal history, or Veteran status. We strongly encourage those from historically excluded groups to apply.

Digital Literacy Instructor P/T

8/24/2022

Title: Digital Literacy Instructor
Program: Brooklyn Workforce Collaboration - Housing Career Pathways
Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Type: Contract
Brooklyn Workforce Innovations (BWI) – a nonprofit workforce development organization – seeks a dynamic individual to work as a contracted Digital Literacy Instructor for the Brooklyn Workforce Collaboration Housing Career Pathways Training Program. BWI is a nonprofit, Brooklyn-based workforce development
organization that changes the lives of hundreds of jobless New Yorkers each year by offering them the skills and support they need to launch lasting careers. We seek to develop programs that counter prevailing market inequalities, especially those based on race and gender, and contribute to a broader movement for economic
justice.

Housing Career Pathways is a free, four-week in-person training program with a two-week internship component that aims to connect unemployed and underemployed adult New Yorkers (18+) residing in NYCHA public housing or HPD’s affordable housing with well-paying career opportunities in administrative affordable
housing property management roles.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver in-person workshops and computer-based classes relating to digital literacy, including Microsoft Suite (basic to advanced Outlook, Word, and Excel), Google Suite, Job Search, etc.
Provide quality instruction that fosters an academic learning climate, actively supporting teaching and learning
Mentor, counsel, and tutor trainees as needed
Collaborate with program staff to refine program curriculum and adapt it to current program needs
Implement methods to assess and measure participant learning
Maintain attendance records and other data required for reporting purposes
Attend meetings with program staff as needed

Qualifications

Interest and experience in education or training, especially in socioeconomically diverse and underserved communities. Group facilitation experience preferred.
Experience leading structured computer-based classes for adult students with various degrees of computer skills and education levels preferred.
Advanced to expert knowledge of Microsoft office products such as: Word, Excel, and Outlook and web-based applications such as: Google Docs, Email, and job search engines
Knowledge of e-learning and assessment tools a plus (i.e. Northstar Digital Learning)
Administrative experience and ability to stay organized and thorough; strong attention to detail
Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team, and with a wide variety of stakeholders, including low-income job seekers

Estimated Total Project Time
Approximately 76 hours including 60 hours of instruction, 10 hours classroom prep, and 6 weekly planning meetings (we are open to how to format class instruction and preparation time on a weekly basis).

Training Prep: September 12, 2022 *or sooner pending applicant availability
Training Start: September 28, 2022

Location
This position will report in person to our training space at the Innovation Lab at Industry City in Brooklyn, NY.
Pre-training preparation is flexible for remote/in-person.

Compensation: $45-50 per hour, depending on experience.

BWI maintains a fun and inclusive office culture, welcomes casual attire, and offers flexibility in work schedules. Eligible for up to two days of telecommuting per week, with supervisor approval. Workplace Health/Safety policy states that all new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for medical or religious reasons.

To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to Korey Grumm [email protected] by 8/30/2022. No phone calls, please. Please include Digital Literacy Instructor in the subject line. Only resumes with a cover letter and salary requirement will be considered.

Computer/Digital Literacy Instructor P/T

8/5/2022

Union Settlement Association is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. More than 350 staff work in our organization, and our services impact 10,000 people every year. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem. For more information about Union Settlement, please visit our website at www.unionsettlement.org.

Position: Education Specialist (Computer/Digital Literacy)
Department: Adult Education
Reports to: Director of Adult Education
Hours: Part-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $33/hr

Summary: Union settlement Adult Education is seeking an Education Specialist (Computer/Digital Literacy) to provide in person support that reports to the Adult Education Director. The Education Specialist has the overall responsibility for the development and implementation of the academic curriculum, program compliance and quality assurance. The agency has embraced the concept of a fully integrated system of care for all consumers of service. This requires that all Agency staff assess the client’s needs holistically and see it as their responsibility to connect the client with services need – internal or external to the agency, regardless of the door through which the consumer enters the system. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional able to undertake a variety of teaching approaches. This person will be comfortable working with a high degree of attention to detail and discretion as well as incorporating new and effective ways to

Responsibilities:

Must well organized.
Provide an engaging, interactive lessons that will teach life skills students the abilities that they need to succeed in society. Lessons such as basic money management, written and verbal communication skills, and filling out job applications are essential.
Develop and / or utilize lesson plans that reflect an understanding of how best to teach reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and technology skills in thematically organized and developmentally / culturally appropriate ways.
Must be comfortable speaking in front of an audience.
Must present material to students each day in an engaging and easy to understand manner.
Complete monthly student assessments.
Teach computer literacy, in a manner which builds student skill level and confidence. Manage attendance regularly, including documenting classroom and submitting attendance for each class.
Pre and post-test students using assessment tools.
Ability to build an effective classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate for adult learners
Must implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, including group or individualized instructions
Must offer basic computer and mobile device skills, including website, internet, email, social media, privacy and internet safety
Must provide basic to advance software skills, including Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
Must assess student personality, interests and skills in order to identify career opportunities
Ability to instruct in a manner that develops confidence and encourages creativity
Ability to engage students who may have had no prior, or limited, access to technology
Must exhibit excellent assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills
Meet with Program Manager/Director providing updates on student and classroom progress
Maintain and ensure HIPAA confidentiality of records (daily)

Qualifications: Describe the skills, knowledge and abilities required. Include minimum educational and experience requirements and preferences.

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education preferred.
Minimum of three years of experience teaching computer/digital literacy/skills.
Minimum of three years of experience teaching English to immigrant community
Ability and interest in working with diverse populations.
Knowledge of principles and practices related to adult literacy, preparing lesson plans, Microsoft Office, including Excel, and working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
Must be a self-starter, highly organized, patient and able to work well with others.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 30 pounds.

To Apply:
Please send Cover Letter, and Resume, to: [email protected]. Please indicate Education Specialist (Computer/Digital Literacy) in the subject of e-mail.
UNION SETTLEMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Digital Literacy (IC3) Instructor P/T

3/24/2022

Digital Literacy (IC3) Instructor (part-time)

Brooklyn Public Library Adult Learning seeks a Digital Literacy (IC3) Instructor to facilitate the technology learning component of BPL’s Integrated English Literacy & Civics Education (IELCE) program. This instructor will support English Language Learners completing a Digital Literacy (IC3) certification, thereby becoming more effective users of technology while improving English language proficiency. The Digital Literacy (IC3) classes meet in-person at one of the Brooklyn Public Library locations.

The Digital Literacy Instructor will teach the essential technology knowledge and vocabulary, and coach participants as they progress through the online Digital Literacy (IC3) curriculum (www.certiport.com/IC3) designed to prepare program participants to gain the technology skills to bolster achievement of their educational and career goals, and enhance clarity of the technology they engage with in daily life. Upon completion of each 8-week class cycle IC3 certification exams are conducted in person at the BPL Business and Career Center at the Central Library.

A key member of the IELCE program, the Digital Literacy (IC3) Instructor prepares participants for today’s workplace in the areas of computing fundamentals, online networks, and productivity applications.

Instructor Responsibilities

Teach interactive digital literacy classes to a diverse group of English Language Learners in computer fundamentals – hardware, software, the Internet, productivity applications, communication, and collaboration online, basic troubleshooting, the impact of the Internet on society
Develop quality, differentiated lessons for learners progressing through the IC3 certification (https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/IC3/Digital-Literacy-Certification/Overview) online curriculum, including basic through advanced digital tools and software programs; motivate and encourage participants to become digital literate
Coach and encourage individual participants to reinforce skills by completing practice labs in online portal
Provide foundational and supplemental support for participants’ conceptual knowledge of technology terminology and vocabulary
Prepare participants for (IC3) certification tests
Collaborate with BPL’s IELCE (ESOL) teachers to facilitate instructional alignment
Participate in professional development initiatives

Instructor Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, technology, or related field
Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
Excellent organizational skills; must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to collaborate with diverse learners, including ability to provide differentiated, interactive instruction for digital skills for limited English language proficiency
2+ years’ experience teaching interactive digital literacy skills to classes and small groups of students encompassing the following domains of technology learning:
Computing fundamentals (hardware & software; operating systems, peripherals, troubleshooting)
Key applications for productivity (word processing, spreadsheets, communicating with presentations, databases)
Living Online (networks, the Internet, communication & collaboration online, the impact of the Internet on society
Excellent technology proficiency in the following areas:
Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and Google Workspace
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
iOS and Android smartphones and tablets
Identifying and troubleshooting hardware and software problems
Knowledge of (IC3) Digital Literacy suite of products, a plus
Completion of IC3 certification required within the first semester of as Digital Literacy Instructor at BPL (8 weeks)

The Digital Literacy (IC3) Instructor is a contract position. Salary rate: $35 per instructional hour, plus one hour preparation per class, per week.
Classes meet in person at the Central Library and the New Lots Library on the following days:
Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Fridays 10:00 AM-12:00 noon
Saturdays 10:00 AM-12:00 noon
Candidates considered for this position may teach one or all sessions listed above onsite at the Brooklyn Public Library.

Email your resume to [email protected] (Subject: Digital Literacy IC3 instructor)

Multiple Positions Digital Skills

6/10/2021

EveryoneOn is currently hiring for the following positions:

Program Director (full-time) - The Program Director will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Programs, and cross-functional teams to design and implement a robust regional cross-sector digital inclusion initiative in the Bay Area to lead the planning and execution of digital skills training for adult learners. Submit your application here.

Program Manager (full-time) - The Program Manager will work closely with the Vice President of Programs to manage and implement regional and national digital inclusion initiatives, and manage Digital Skills Instructors that support digital skills trainings. This role is a full-time, remote, U.S. based position. Submit your application here.

Digital Skills Instructor (contractors, short-term) - We are looking for instructors to support the delivery of our Digital Skills curriculum for various projects across the United States. Instructors will teach low-income adults 18-65 remotely, with limited to no prior computer training, to effectively use a computer and complete basic internet tasks. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Submit your resume and cover letter here.