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Computer Instructor for Immigrants --Microsoft Word & Excel, Greater Boston Vineyard Christian Fellowship--Vineyard Community Offerings, Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Organization: Greater Boston Vineyard Christian Fellowship--Vineyard Community Offerings
Location: Local Volunteering (in person)
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Cambridge, Massachusetts    02140 United States
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Opportunity Description:
 The Greater Boston Vineyard works in partnership with a local affordably housing complex where approximatley  
2000 people reside, representing over 20 different countries.  Most of the residents are 1st or 2nd generation 
immigrants whose first language is not English.  Its a community of families working very hard to become 
integrated and truly thrive here in Cambridge. The unique cultures and friendly atmosphere make this a lively, 
diverse and friendly community!
 
 The apartment complex has recently constructed a brand new computer lab.  By providing computer access, the 
center works to increase technological literacy and decrease the digital divide.  Among other things, the 
computer center enables adults to create resumes, find jobs, and connect with friends & family members across the 
world and helps kids complete homework assignments, conduct research and learn typing skills. 
 
 Organization Description:
 The Greater Boston Vineyard works to empower impossibly great communities.  Through the context of 
relationships and by partnering with other organizations, we believe that we each can play an integral role in helping to 
build healthy, sustainable communities, bridging the lines of class and race and tangibly expressing 
compassion and justice.


 Requirements 


Individuals are needed to serve as Instructors and/or assistants for introductory level computer classes on 
Word and Excel for adults.  
 
 Syllabi and teaching materials can be provided. 
 
 Individual must be patient and flexible, able to take initiative in planning and leading a class of (on 
average) 5 people, with a time-commitment of 1-2 hours a week. (Class time can be determined based on your 
availability)
 
 No previous teaching experience or specialized computer knowledge required.
 
 Some students may have limited English skills.
Initially Posted: 09/13/2007
Last Updated: 10/08/2009

(this opportunity is not scheduled for a specific date)