Basic Computer Literacy Tutor

Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Prompt payment twice a week

No commuting required

AI-powered tutoring support

Job summary

Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, is seeking an online Basic Computer Literacy Tutor for its Live Learning Platform. As a tutor, you will enjoy the flexibility to set your own schedule and earn competitive rates up to $40/hour. This role involves guiding students through essential computer skills like file management and online safety, using effective teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles. Join us to make a real impact on students' academic success from the comfort of your home.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of basic computer hardware, operating system navigation, and internet safety.
• Skilled at teaching technology to new users with step-by-step instruction.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods based on individual learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 1-on-1 online tutoring sessions with students.
• Provide on-demand tutoring accepting requests at your convenience.

Skills

Advanced Subject Mastery

Conceptual Teaching & Problem-Solving

Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction

Effective Teaching Methods

Strong Communication Skills

Adaptability to Different Learning Styles

Job description

About The Job

The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Basic Computer Literacy tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to set your own schedule, earn competitive rates, and make a real impact on students' academic success and understanding. All from the comfort of your home.

Why Join Our Platform

• Earn incrementally higher pay for each session with the same student, reaching up to $40/hour.
• Get paid up to twice per week, ensuring fast and reliable compensation for the tutoring sessions you conduct and invoice.
• Set your own hours and tutor as much as you'd like.
• Tutor remotely using our purpose-built Live Learning Platform. No commuting required.
• Get matched with students best-suited to your teaching style and expertise.
• Our AI-powered Tutor Copilot enhances your sessions with real-time instructional support, lesson generation, and engagement features, helping you save prep time and focus on impactful teaching.
• We handle the logistics—you just invoice for your tutoring sessions, and we take care of payments.

What We Look For In a Basic Computer Literacy Tutor

• Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of computer hardware basics, operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, email usage, word processing, basic spreadsheets, online safety, and digital communication tools. Ability to explain file organization, web browser functionality, password security, and basic troubleshooting while preparing students for essential digital skills needed in education, employment, and daily life.
• Conceptual Teaching & Problem-Solving: Skilled at teaching computer fundamentals through patient, step-by-step instruction for new users. Guides students through turning on and navigating a computer, organizing files in folders, using a web browser for information, creating and managing email accounts, writing documents, and staying safe online. Emphasizes building confidence with technology and connects basic computer skills to job applications, online services, and digital communication.
• Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with basic computer literacy curricula and common challenges such as mouse and keyboard unfamiliarity, file management confusion, and online safety awareness gaps. Adapts instruction using hands‑on practice, simplified visual guides, and patient repetition to support adult learners, seniors, and others new to technology building essential digital literacy skills for personal and professional independence.
• Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students commonly struggle with, explain material using multiple approaches, and adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs and styles.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, engaging teaching style.
• Ability to adapt to different learning styles and student needs.

Ways To Connect With Students

• 1-on-1 Online Tutoring – Provide personalized instruction to individual students.
• Instant Tutoring – Accept on-demand tutoring requests whenever you’re available.

Please note: Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia or Puerto Rico.