Bilingual Part-time Technology Trainer in Denver - 20hrs a week

The Consortium•Denver, CO

About The Position

This 20hr, part-time position is a unique opportunity for a passionate individual to work with OATS to empower older adults by helping them thrive in the digital world and harness technology to achieve their personal goals. Trainers are the face of OATS to older adults; in addition to delivering the OATS curriculum and offering technical support, trainers serve as “brand ambassadors” and are responsible for communicating the OATS culture of excellence, curiosity, and attitude. Trainers teach OATS’ curriculum using books and online resources for older adults. In-person classes typically meet twice a week for ten weeks. Virtual programs are primarily one-off sessions focused on particular technology topics, and Trainer schedules will vary each quarter. Trainers guide participants in sending emails, exploring their interests online, connecting with family and friends on social media, banking online, starting small businesses, and much more. Our trainers are also fundamental in creating a community of support among participants. This position requires solid proficiency in standard software applicati ons and devices, but more important is a dedication to teaching and the ability to effectively communicate the relevance of technology to seniors’ lives. A successful candidate will possess a high degree of patience, creativity, dependability, problem-solving ability, a sense of humor, and a solid commitment to social change.

Requirements

Excellent speaking and communication skills
Ability to communicate technical information clearly in English and Spanish
Experience teaching teenagers, adults, and/or seniors, preferable
Proficiency with Windows computers, iOS, popular social media sites, and other standard technologies/devices
Comfortable traveling to various senior/community centers as needed, when/if safe to do so
Ability to work independently and as part of a training team
Superior time-management skills
Flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
Minimum of 1-year experience in a professional work setting

Responsibilities

Teaching technology courses virtually but primarily in person using the OATS curriculum and approach (primarily in-person training)
Creating a comfortable and supportive learning environment
Offering personalized support to callers on the Senior Planet hotlines
Making outbound calls to Senior Planet members
Maintaining professionalism at all times
Representing and promoting Senior Planet culture and opportunities to course participants
Regularly communicate with OATS staff, including feedback on on-site issues, curriculum, etc.
Coordinating with site staff, including site visits, graduations, etc.
Submitting paperwork promptly
Collecting surveys and evaluations
Entering data into the Salesforce database
Participating in trainer meetings and other training events
Recruiting participants, as needed
Participating in special projects, as needed (ex., outreach, curriculum, etc.)
Supervising volunteers who assist classes as needed.