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Flexible Schedule
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Portland, OR 97206
Do you always get asked by friends and family members to help with their tech issues - and love it? Are you fluent in Spanish and English? Share your tech skills with library patrons who need help with mobile devices, websites, downloading, e-readers, getting started with tech, and more. Tech Help sessions involve working with people one-on-one. Empower patrons by improving their computer skills and their access to information. This is a teaching position; volunteers help the patron find information about using their mobile device or computer and talk them through the steps. The patron will then navigate through the steps themselves. Currently recruiting: Woodstock Library, 6008 SE 49th Avenue, Portland, OR97206, Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm. We are looking for volunteers who speak fluent Spanish and English. Time commitment: One weekly shift for a minimum of 6 months. Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Tasks & Responsibilities Help people use the Internet and assist with their email accounts Teach patron resources related to Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Home Office and other office productivity software Assist patrons with learning about personal electronic devices like e-readers, cell phones, laptop computers, tablets and various applications Help people use the library catalog and other library electronic resources Please note, we do not perform repairs or troubleshoot equipment problems or failures. Skills & Qualifications Fluent in both Spanish and English Enjoy teaching people new skills and problem-solving with others. Patience to work with novice computer/smartphone users. Proficient knowledge of basic computer & smartphone components, Internet, and email Proficient knowledge of computer software & smartphone apps, or the desire to learn it Ability to work independently Enjoy working with people with diverse educational, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds Excellent customer service skills Ability to work with older adults Age 18 or older Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering. Benefits Share your technology experience with the community Empower people to use technology Promote lifelong learning Learn more about adult learning styles Get frontline experience working with library patrons Training Site orientation at library location before volunteer shift begins Questions? contact Multnomah County Library Volunteer Services at libvols@multcolib.org or 503.988.5731.
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Gresham, OR 97030
Do you always get asked by friends and family members to help with their tech issues - and love it? Are you fluent in Spanish, Russian, or English? Share your tech skills with library patrons who need help with mobile devices, websites, downloading, e-readers, getting started with tech, and more. Tech Help sessions involve working with people one-on-one. Empower patrons by improving their computer skills and their access to information. This is a teaching position; volunteers help the patron find information about using their mobile device or computer and talk them through the steps. The patron will then navigate through the steps themselves. Time commitment: One weekly shift for a minimum of 6 months starting in June Available shifts: Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm - Russian or English fluency Thursdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm - Spanish or English fluency Tasks & Responsibilities Help people use the Internet and assist with their email accounts Teach patron resources related to Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Home Office and other office productivity software Assist patrons with learning about personal electronic devices like e-readers, cell phones, laptop computers, tablets and various applications Help people use the library catalog and other library electronic resources Please note, we do not perform repairs or troubleshoot equipment problems or failures Skills & Qualifications Enjoy teaching people new skills and problem-solving with others. Patience to work with novice computer/smartphone users. Proficient knowledge of basic computer & smartphone components, Internet, and email Proficient knowledge of computer software & smartphone apps, or the desire to learn it Ability to work independently Enjoy working with people with diverse educational, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds Excellent customer service skills Ability to work with older adults Age 18 or older Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering. Ability to fluently speak and read Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Russian is also welcomed. Benefits Feel that you are a making a difference in someone’s life Empower people to use technology Promote lifelong learning Learn more about adult learning styles Get frontline experience working with library patrons Training Tech Help shadowing Onsite orientation and training
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Portland, OR 97205
Do you always get asked by friends and family members to help with their tech issues - and love it? Share your tech skills with library patrons who need help with mobile devices, websites, downloading, e-readers, getting started with tech, and more. Tech Help sessions involve working with people one-on-one and using a variety of devices. Empower patrons by improving their computer skills and their access to information. Volunteers who are also fluent in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Russian are encouraged to apply. Time commitment: One weekly shift for a minimum of 6 months, starting in April. Available shifts: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, or Saturdays during open hours Tasks & Responsibilities Help people use the Internet and assist with their email accounts Teach patron resources related to Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Home Office and other office productivity software Assist patrons with learning about personal electronic devices like e-readers, cell phones, laptop computers, tablets and various applications Help people use the library catalog and other library electronic resources Please note, we do not perform repairs or troubleshoot equipment problems or failures Skills & Qualifications Enjoy teaching people new skills and problem-solving with others. Patience to work with novice computer/smartphone users. Proficient knowledge of basic computer & smartphone components, Internet, and email Proficient knowledge of computer software & smartphone apps, or the desire to learn it Ability to work independently Enjoy working with people with diverse educational, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds Excellent customer service skills Ability to work with older adults Age 18 or older Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering. Ability to fluently speak and read Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Russian is also welcomed. Benefits Feel that you are a making a difference in someone’s life Empower people to use technology Promote lifelong learning Learn more about adult learning styles Get frontline experience working with library patrons Training Tech Help shadowing Onsite orientation and training
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
