• Education/Recreation Instructor - Computer

    RiseBoro Homecare Inc. (Brooklyn, NY)


    Locations & Schedule *Approximately 14 hours per week

     

    + 280 Ralph Ave Brooklyn, NY 11233 - Monday 10am-12pm and Thursday 1pm-3pm

    + 150 Malcolm X Blvd Brooklyn, NY 11221 - Monday from 2-4pm and Thursday from 10-12pm

    + 862 Park Ave Brooklyn, NY 11206 - Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30-11:30am

    + 930 Halsey St Brooklyn, NY 11233 - Tuesday and Fridays from 1pm-3pm

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Develop lesson plans and activities for class.

    + Create an atmosphere where all participants are engaged, have fun, are safe, and work collectively as a team.

    + Mentor and support new and first-time technology users.

    + Regularly communicate with Program Director regarding participants and class topics.

    + Maintain accurate program documentation including but not limited to sign in/sign out sheets, attendance reports.

    + Maintain an organized work space by taking responsibility for maintaining all supplies, materials, equipment and program spaces.

    COMPETENCIES

    + Excellent verbal and written customer service skills.

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    + Must have genuine interest in helping first time users learn technology/computers.

    + Work independently and be a self-starter.

    + Be punctual, reliable, organized and efficient to run an effective class

    + Interest and ability to work with senior citizens and volunteers

    + Commitment to organizations mission, vision and values

    + Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities

    + Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)

    EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

    + High school diploma required. Associates degree in Technology preferred. Minimum of one-year experience teaching computer classes with knowledge of and experience in teaching Word, Excel, Computer basics, digital platforms, photoshop, etc.

    + Previous experience working with older adult community preferred.

    Qualifications

    It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.