Digital Literacy Instructor

Rialliance; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off (vacation/sick/personal/

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Dorcas International Institute of RI seeks a Digital Literacy Instructor to deliver in-person and online computer literacy classes for ESL learners. You’ll evaluate progress, record gains, and proctor tests while supporting broader technology programs.

Responsibilities include designing lessons, teaching typing, internet navigation, and using Google Workspace and Microsoft Office. You’ll integrate the NorthStar curriculum and assist with job applications and resume writing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required.
• Prior computer literacy teaching experience.
• Experience working with ELL or diverse populations.
• Experience using educational software and remote learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement digital literacy lessons tailored for ESL learners.
• Guide students in email communication, online safety, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Incorporate the NorthStar Curriculum into the syllabus and proctor tests.
• Support learners in job applications, resume writing, and online job searches.
• Offer individualized and group instruction and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community organizations to enhance learning.

Skills

Digital literacy

Typing skills

Internet navigation

File organization

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Cybersecurity basics

ESL instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NorthStar Digital Literacy Curriculum

Job description

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Digital Literacy Instructor

Job Information

• Description:

  Presented by Dorcas International Institute of RI

  TheDigital Literacy Instructorprovides in-person and online Computer Literacy instruction, evaluates students’ progress and learning gains, records learning gains and technology assessment completions, and supports the technology programs and services within the adult education classes offered by Dorcas International.

  The Candidate will be responsible for:

  • Designing and implementing digital literacy lessons tailored for ESL learners, teaching fundamental computer skills such as typing, internet navigation, and file organization.
  • Instructor will guide students in email communication, online safety, and cybersecurity best practices while providing hands‑on instruction in commonly used software like Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
  • The instructor will incorporate the NorthStar Digital Literacy Curriculum into the syllabus and prepare and proctor the test.
  • They will support learners in job applications, resume writing, and online job searches, using interactive teaching methods that integrate language development with digital skills.
  • Offer both individualized and group instruction to accommodate diverse proficiency levels, monitor student progress, assess learning outcomes, and provide constructive feedback.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and community organizations to enhance learning opportunities and ensure student success.

  Why should you apply?

  • Shared values of respect, agility, integrity and inclusivity.
  • Generous employer-paid health and dental benefits.
  • Generous paid vacation, sick days, and personal leave in addition to 13 paid holidays based on days/hours scheduled.
  • Hourly rate: $24-26 (commensurate with experience)
  • Full-time: 36 hours/week (onsite)
  • Split Shift: Monday-Thursday AM and PM Classes; Friday AM Office Hours

Prior computer literacy teaching experience.

Experience working with ELL or diverse populations.

Experience using tools such as, but not limited to educational software, remote/online learning platforms, and other technology.

• Education Required:

  Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required.