Digital Literacy Instructor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Paid vacation

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island is seeking a Digital Literacy Instructor to teach in-person and online computer literacy to ESL learners, evaluate progress, and support technology programs within the adult education classes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and prior experience in teaching digital literacy, especially with diverse populations. The position offers generous benefits and a 36-hour work week onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience teaching computer literacy.
• Experience with ELL or diverse populations.
• Experience using educational software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement digital literacy lessons for ESL learners.
• Instruct email, online safety, and cybersecurity; use Google Workspace and MS Office.
• Incorporate the NorthStar Digital Literacy Curriculum and proctor tests.
• Support learners in job applications, resumes, and online job searches.
• Offer both individualized and group instruction; monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community organizations.

Skills

Digital literacy

ESL teaching

Assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Online learning platforms

Job description

Digital Literacy Instructor – Do you enjoy teaching others to use computers? If so, perhaps Dorcas International is the place for you.

With an ever passionate and dedicated team of diverse professionals, Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island strives to create a welcoming environment for all, working to empower the most vulnerable. For more than 100 years, we have worked to meet our clients where they are by providing wraparound services to help those seeking to overcome educational, cultural, economic, and language barriers. A non‑profit 501(c)(3), Dorcas International offers adult education, language learning, job training, employment services, citizenship and immigration services, clothing and household needs, and more.

The Digital Literacy Instructor provides 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.

The candidate should have the following:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required.
• 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.

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