Digital Literacy Area Coordinator & Trainer (part-time/temporary)
Job no: 528137
Position type: Staff Part Time
Location: UMass Lowell
Division/Equivalent: Univ of Mass Lowell
School/Unit: Economics
Categories: Academic Affairs
We’re looking for a Digital Literacy Area Coordinator & Trainer who believes everyone deserves the tools to thrive in a connected world. In this role, you’ll work closely with community partners, organize and lead friendly, hands-on computer basics workshops, and support learners of all backgrounds—especially adults and seniors—on their journey to digital confidence. If you’re patient, encouraging, and committed to building stronger, more connected communities, we’d love to have you on our team.
Digital Literacy Training Coordination
- Assist in coordination, and delivery of digital literacy training programs for public site users, including adults, seniors, and individuals with limited access to technology.
- Assist with recruiting and/or placing trainers for workshops
- Work with the organization and Program Manager to set up workshops (device delivery/distribution, connect to projector)
- Communicate with team about community needs to determine ways we can work best with them
Computer Skills Training Delivery
- Complete training on developed workshops
- Prepare for each session by reviewing training materials and past and present lesson plans
- Work closely with other trainers to ensure high-quality learning experience, adjusting materials and methods as needed to meet diverse learner needs.
- Monitor participant engagement and success, providing feedback to program managers for ongoing improvement.
- Distribute and collect consent and pre/post survey forms from participants.
General Administrative Support
- Assist with general administrative tasks, such as data entry, document management, and meeting coordination.
- Maintain accurate records of all training sessions, IT support requests, and operational activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Computer and Internet familiarity
- Ability to teach computer skills to adult beginners
- Professional communication skills (oral and written/email)
- Friendly, patient, and positive
- Ability to work with diverse audiences
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Reliable transportation as training and organizations are in various locations
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.
This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process
Advertised: Eastern Daylight Time
Application close:
Apply now