Department: Adult Education
Location: Howard Area Community Center
Reports to: Volunteer Literacy Program Coordinator
General Description: The volunteer works with individuals who need assistance navigating technology. This could include using Google, Gmail, Zoom, the Internet, and more. The volunteer may also assist the student in developing their computer skills, such as typing and using a laptop or desktop computer.
Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to make a 6 month commitment to the volunteer position.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Work with an individual student or a small group of students on a weekly basis on developing their technology skills.
● Find out the specific needs of their student in order to help them use technology to help them in their education or employment.
● Volunteers will complete 12 hours of Tutor Training through Literacy Works (currently completed online).
QUALIFICATIONS:
● A minimum of a High School Diploma of GED is required.
● Good listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
● Confident technology skills.
● Be able to relate to individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
● To be able to honor student confidentiality.
Participants must be vaccinated and wear a mask while in the building.
7648 N. Paulina, Chicago, IL 60626, US
The mission of Metropolitan Family Services Howard Evanston Community Center is to assist low-income individuals and families in the greater Rogers Park and adjacent communities to stabilize their lives and to develop the social skills necessary to become effective community members
Metropolitan Family Services Howard Evanston Community Center (HECC) is a social service agency that provides free education, employment, and health assistance programs for the greater Rogers Park area. Many of HECC’s services are life-sustaining. Individuals and families set their own goals, and HECC is here to lend a helping hand along their journey to success.
7648 N. Paulina StreetChicago, IL 60626
June 29, 2023
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