Become a Gluu Digital Coach
Volunteer with Dig-IT & Gluu
Together we will teach older adults the essential digital skills they need to be part of the modern world. You don’t need to be an expert. If you know how to send an email, shop online, or use Facebook or Zoom, you have valuable digital skills to share. In just a few hours per month, you can make a meaningful difference to someone trying to gain confidence online.
You handle the human connection, and let us do the rest. We provide online training & resources for you and your students with full support from the Gluu Crew. Together we can help make digital skills stick.
Due to COVID restrictions, our volunteer opportunities are virtual until in-person sessions are feasible.
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what makes a great digital Coach
can use a computer or mobile device
You don't need to be an expert. If you are comfortable using your device, then you have valuable skills to share.
excited about the positive effects of technology
We live in amazing times. Gluu is looking for people who can share that excitement with those just getting started.
friendly, empathetic & reliable
That is quite a list! Being someone who can work comfortably with older adults of all skill levels and in all situations.
good at explaining concepts in simple terms
Keeping it simple makes concepts stick. We help you explain complex topics using relatable language using examples.
knows when to stop talking & start listening
There is a lot of information to share when teaching digital skills. It's important to do that in bite-sized pieces.
loads of patience
Stress is a confidence buster. A good Digital Coach is patient no matter what kind of day you've had or how many times you repeat a lesson. Patience = compassion.
Benefits of being a digital Coach
- Satisfaction from helping others learn essential, life-changing skills
- Learn new things and pick up a digital trick or two
- Training and support to help you grow
- Meeting great people and making new friends
- Build valuable skills for your resumé
Not a tech whiz? Not a problem.
Digital Coaches are not expected to answer complicated tech support questions—leave those to us! Your role is to teach basic digital skills & provide encouragement. If you need help, our team is there with answers to any questions you have.
tools you need to succeed
Gluu provides resources to help you become a successful Digital Coach. Our training materials include online video classes, teaching resources, scripted lesson plans, detailed FAQs, and live training events with the Gluu Crew.