The YWCA Metro Vancouver Digital Literacy Trainer will be primarily responsible for delivering digital literacy workshops and one-to-one coaching. The role will also include resolving basic technical issues via telephone or written correspondence via email or other electronic media while working with the ticketing system. The role will also provide digital literacy training, both in person and online. The role will work collaboratively with project staff, teammates and the organization’s technical support team. The Digital Literacy Trainer will be required to adhere to project policies and procedures, troubleshoot technical issues, have efficient IT documentation skills, be comfortable with public speaking, providing in-person training, handle interaction resolution and escalation, and provide a high level of customer support to clients and staff.
What you’ll be doing:
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Teaches specialized small group class sessions on digital literacy including use of hardware and software (classroom and web-based learning).
Provides individual coaching in areas where students struggle. Manages a multi-level online learning environment combined with in-person coaching and coordination of a computer lab for use by students.
Digital literacy topics include hardware and software use of common digital tools such as internet browsers, email programs, social media and productivity software. Instruction will also have a focus on comprehending, evaluating, and acting on information found online such as news sources, public health information, civic participation information from government sources
Provide one-to-one coaching virtually, over the phone or in person
Designs and prepares curricula and training course outlines, and selects or develops instructional methods, training aids, manuals, and other materials.
Other Duties and Expectations:
Assists in compiling data and preparing reports
Assists with preparing articles for publication such as newsletter and blog articles.
Maintain and enrich your expertise in computer science/digital literacy
Coordinate workshop plans with program staff to maximize possibilities for integrated, learning that is practical in application
Provide an inviting, exciting, innovative, learning environment;
Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from peers, students and management;
Fluency in two or more languages is an asset
Other duties as required
What you’ll need:
A valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.
The YWCA Metro Vancouver’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination from COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the YWCA deem it necessary to reintroduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties. (Always include both on all job postings under required skills for YWCA positions)
What we offer: We offer our eligible employees the following benefits as part of their total compensation package:
extended medical and dental benefits
a defined benefit pension plan
flexible working arrangements for applicable positions
Employee Family Assistance Program, a confidential and voluntary support service for employees and their eligible family members
free membership to our Health + Fitness Centre, discounts at our YWCA Hotel and priority in YWCA Child Care centres
a workplace that prioritizes employee health, safety and wellbeing, including many learning and growth opportunities such as our staff mentorship program and three equity committees who help to support our goals towards achieving meaningful equity and inclusion.
This is an exciting time for the YWCA. Join us and be part of an inclusive, dedicated and impactful workplace! Candidates are invited to send cover letters and resumes by June 30th, 2023 to:
Owen Stride, Program Manager
535 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 2E8
Email: ostride@ywcavan.org (no phone calls please)
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview processes are accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations in submitting your application, or have other questions, please contact the hiring manager as listed. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, transferrable skills, lived experience, and business need. We thank all who apply, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about this and other YWCA Metro Vancouver career opportunities, please visit ywcavan.org.
