Computer Instructor For Its Digital Leadership

The Digital Leadership Program is a skills‑training initiative designed to support newcomer women in developing digital competencies, leadership capacity, and sector‑relevant workplace skills. The Digital Skills Instructor plays a key role in delivering high‑quality, employment‑focused digital training to ensure learners gain hands‑on experience with advanced digital tools used across the healthcare, nonprofit, and retail/small business sectors. The programming will be delivered in a hybrid format, with some components online and others delivered in the classroom. 

This is a part-time contract position scheduled to work 5 hours per week, for 8 weeks over 5 cohorts from April 6, 2026, to March 31, 2027. (Tuesday and Thursday between 12:30 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.)

DUTIES

• Adapt and deliver digital skills training modules, including:
  • Project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana)
  • Spreadsheet and data management tools (Excel, Google Sheets)
  • Workplace communication and collaboration platforms (Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom)
• Conduct needs assessments to tailor instruction to learner goals and digital proficiency levels.
• Design module plans and lessons based on learners’ needs and skill level in support of the overall course curricula.
• Prepare guides, and digital handouts for learners.
• Adapt instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles, literacy levels, and digital comfort levels.
• Create real-world case studies and sector relevant projects to reinforce applied learning.
• Provide individualized technical support, coaching, and troubleshooting during in-person and virtual sessions.
• Support clients when accessing online learning materials and resources.
• Monitor and document learner progress, participation, and skill development.
• Assist with outreach activities to support learner recruitment as required.
• Report to the Program Manager, sharing updates, concerns, and instructional insights.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year of experience providing adult instruction or training in digital tools, office applications, or technology-enabled workplaces.
• Strong proficiency in:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams)
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
  • Collaborative tools such as Slack, Zoom, or other project management software
• Experience delivering hands-on training, demonstrations, and practical exercises.
• Adult education certification or technology training certification is an asset.
• Microsoft Office software or trainer certification is an asset.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learner needs and digital literacy levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment with adult learners.