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Start date: 10/6/2026 to 1/5/2027

Position Overview

OATS is seeking a passionate Technology Trainer to empower adults 60+ by helping them build digital skills and use technology to achieve their personal goals. Trainers deliver OATS curriculum, provide technology support, create a welcoming learning environment, and represent OATS and Senior Planet as brand ambassadors.

In-person classes typically meet twice a week for ten weeks, while virtual programs are primarily one-off sessions focused on specific technology topics. Trainer schedules vary each quarter.

Responsibilities

• Teach technology courses virtually and in person using the OATS curriculum.
• Support older adults with email, social media, online banking, and other everyday technology.
• Create a comfortable, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Provide updates to Senior Planet hotlines and communicate regularly with OATS staff.
• Coordinate with site staff, including site visits and graduations.
• Make outbound calls to Senior Planet members and recruit participants as needed.
• Collect surveys and evaluations and enter data into Salesforce.
• Submit paperwork and maintain timely communication.
• Participate in Trainer meetings, training events, and special projects.
• Supervise volunteers as needed.
• Provide front desk support, greet visitors, answer phones, and assist with class registration.
• Represent and promote Senior Planet culture and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent speaking and communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical information clearly in English.
• Experience teaching teenagers, adults, and/or seniors preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows computers, iOS, social media, and common technology/devices.
• Comfortable traveling to various senior/community centers as needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a training team.
• Strong time-management, patience, flexibility, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of professional work experience.

Work Environment: Part-time; virtual and in-person training. In-person work may require travel to various senior/community centers.