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Computer Class Assistant - Microsoft Office
ORGANIZATION: JVS, Jewish Vocational Service
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Program/Department Overview:
JVS works with employers to develop and customize training and education services for their employees at their location. Based on the employers’ business and workforce development goals, JVS will provide: English language classes (for non-native speakers), adult basic education, pre-college classes, customer service training, effective communication classes, supervisory training, computer classes, and medical terminology classes. Employer partners include CVS, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, Legal Sea Foods, Hebrew Senior Life, Partners Healthcare, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital, Mass General Hospital, and many more.
Description:
Classroom assistant in a computer class at JVS. Adult learners will be learning Microsoft Office Basics. Volunteers will help students follow along with the material and help students individually as they work on handouts given by the teacher.
Volunteer Qualifications:
Patience and understanding of adult learners who are still new to using a computer. Basic knowledge of computers helpful, expert knowledge not necessary.
Volunteer Shifts Available: (Volunteers can choose one or more days per week)
Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30pm
Skills/Qualifications:
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
Experience working with non-native English speakers, preferred but not required
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About JVS, Jewish Vocational Service
Location:
75 Federal St. 3rd floor, 3rd floor, Boston, MA 02110, US
Mission Statement
JVS empowers individuals from diverse communities to find employment and build careers, and partners with employers to hire, develop, and retain productive workforces.
Description
Our Impact
For 75 years JVS has been helping people secure financial independence through educational and employment services. Each year, JVS empowers more than 21,000 individuals through more than 36 services that guide clients on a pathway to meaningful employment; some of which include educational testing, skills training, English for Speakers of Other Languages, job search training, career counseling, Adult Basic Literacy and Adult Diploma Program instruction, citizenship education and financial literacy.
For several years, JVS has been recognized as a leading agency in the workforce development field, serving individuals such as professional-level job seekers, entry-level employees, welfare recipients, individuals with disabilities, refugees, immigrants, and career changers, and partnering with employers to help fill vacancies and provide the education their employees need to ascend their career ladders.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
75 Federal St.3rd FloorBoston, MA 02110
DATE POSTED
May 30, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Basic Computer Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30pm