- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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33 people are interested
Teach a senior how to use the internet as a volunteer digital coach!
ORGANIZATION: Community Tech Network (CTN)
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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33 people are interested
Do you have an hour a week to donate? Change a life by teaching someone how to navigate the internet.
CTN’s volunteer program fosters intergenerational relationships, builds leadership and teaching skills, and creates a sense of community. By teaching others how to navigate the internet, you will empower them to access essential resources (telehealth, information, news), connect with friends and family, and explore their interests online.What do we need from you?
- 1-2 Hours a week for 12 weeks
- basic computer & digital skills
- a compassionate attitude
- Bilingual skills are a plus, but not mandatory
Must be 18 years or older. All CTN volunteers receive training to help them understand how to work with adult learners, go through a mandatory background check, and receive ongoing support to ensure their success.
Both remote and in-person opportunities (in San Francisco) are available. Are you fluent in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, or Tagalog? We especially need your help! We have senior learners that speak a wide range of languages-- use your bilingual skills to make a difference in someone's life!
Interested? Go to our website https://www.communitytechnetwork.org/volunteer/ to fill out an application online today!
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About Community Tech Network (CTN)
Location:
1390 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, US
Mission Statement
Community Tech Network (CTN) programs help ensure that everyone has the skills necessary to use digital technology and close the digital divide. CTN works with a variety of organizations to close the digital divide. CTN provides a range of services to address technology related issues faced by underserved communities. Our services include program planning, staff training, volunteer training, fund development, community outreach and evaluation support. Our partners include housing developments, senior centers, social service agencies and other community based organizations. Learners gain skills essential to full participation in our 21st century society such as how to access public services online, job-searching techniques, online education, and interacting with others online safely.
Description
DIGITAL SKILLS TRAINING
Raising the Level of Digital Literacy: CTN works with community partners to provide FREE access to computers, the Internet, and skilled instructors. However, with the rise in ownership of tablets and smartphones-among seniors in particular-many training sessions now help people optimize the use of their own device.
CONNECT @ HOME
Getting More Households Online: Sometimes it simply isn’t feasible for someone to go to a library or community center to learn basic computer skills. Therefore, CTN works in partnership to help low-income families and older adults get connected to internet at home.
DEVELOPING DIGITAL LEADERS
Creating Community-Tech Champions: CTN believes that for projects to be sustainable, there must be people who are dedicated to the cause and take a lead in their community
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
March 15, 2022
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- Adult Education
- Basic Computer Skills
- Bilingual
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Tutors must commit to one shift per week for at least three months. Shifts are approximately 1 hour.