Guide Small Groups to Build Digital Literacy Skills in Herkimer County
ORGANIZATION: LiteracyCNY
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LiteracyCNY’s Digital Literacy Program helps adults develop essential skills-such as device use, internet navigation, and using common software like email, Microsoft apps, and Google tools.
We're recruiting volunteers to lead small group workshops (4-6 adults) on essential digital literacy topics! Workshops are 60-120 minutes long and cover topics such as:
- iPhone/Android Smartphone Basics.
- Intro to Searching Online.
- Recognizing & Avoiding Online Scams.
These workshops are an exciting expansion of our existing no-cost, one-on-one digital literacy services at public sites across Herkimer County.
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 volunteering with Digital Literacy Program for six month.
Ready to Help?
- Signup for a training and become a Digital Literacy Volunteer → https://literacycny.org/become-a-digital-literacy-volunteer/.
Want to Learn More?
- Check out our Digital Literacy Sites and a live Schedule → https://literacycny.org/sites-schedules/.
- Learn more about our Digital Literacy program → https://literacycny.org/digital-literacy-program-overview/.
Questions?
- Contact 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
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Herkimer, NY 13350
(43.02563 ,-74.98599 )
DATE POSTED
April 21, 2025
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Google Apps
- Internet Research
- Macintosh Platform
- Microsoft Office Suite
- PC Platform
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Workshops are typically 60-120 minutes.
- Experience working with computers, mobile devices, & general internet navigation. Comfortable presenting to small groups. Reliable transportation, ability to work with a diverse population with patience & empathy. Comfortable working independently.