Digital Inclusion Intern (Unpaid)
Maintain the computer lab and support digital literacy workshops
Overview
Maintain the computer lab and support digital literacy workshops
You have:
- Experience teaching ESOL/EFL to adults in group settings.
- Experience working with adult students from a variety of backgrounds, including those with limited formal education and/or literacy skills.
- Excellent classroom management skills and confidence facilitating both large and small groups.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Fluency or familiarity with Spanish, Arabic, Pashto, Dari, Haitian Creole, or Swahili is a bonus, but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain the computer lab and inventory of technology equipment. - Set up new laptops for clients. - Support clients for the internet applications and troubleshoot issues with the internet company. - Facilitate small to large group basic digital literacy workshops using provided curriculum. - Design customized lesson plans based on provided curriculum for student- centered learning activities. - Create a welcoming environment that fosters community and learning among program participants while interacting with diverse population. - Record attendance and prepare lesson materials effectively. - Other administrative work assigned. - Willing to travel to Elizabeth for in-person instructions and onsite work.
Qualifications DESIRED QUALITIES:
- Experience teaching ESOL/EFL to adults in group settings. - Experience working with adult students from a variety of backgrounds, including those with limited formal education and/or literacy skills. - Excellent classroom management skills and confidence facilitating both large and small groups. - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. - Reliable, responsible, and dedicated to the position until the end of the session. - Fluency or familiarity with Spanish, Arabic, Pashto, Dari, Haitian Creole, or Swahili is a bonus, but not required.
This position reports to the Adult Education Coordinator and Education and Learning Manager.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience in teaching ESOL to adults? | This question assesses your relevant teaching experience and methods used to engage adult learners. | Share specific examples of teaching experiences, curriculum used, and outcomes. |
| How do you manage classroom dynamics, especially in large groups? | The interviewer wants to understand your classroom management strategies. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of a time you worked independently in a fast-paced environment. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to engage students from diverse backgrounds? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you believe digital literacy is important for adults? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |