Digital Literacy Tutor

Department

Family Literacy Program

About MSU Denver Family Literacy Adult Education

MSU Denver Family Literacy Program consists of three programs – Adult Education, Parents as Teachers, and Early Family Literacy.

You will be working in the Adult Education side of FLP which includes English as a Second Language, GED Preparation, and Family Literacy activities.

General statement of duties

MSU Denver Family Literacy Program is looking for a Digital Literacy Tutor to provide Digital Literacy instruction via the Northstar Digital Literacy platform for ESL, GED, and Family Literacy program participants. This is an Administrative Hourly position subject to the planning and frequency of digital literacy needs of the Family Literacy Program’s student body. This position is run with funding via the Adult Education and Literacy Act (AELA).

Reports to: Robb Gallegos – Director of Adult Education

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide direct classroom instruction, including one-on-one tutoring, in digital literacy to adults using approved Northstar Digital Literacy curriculum
• Maintain student accounts on the Northstar administration platform
• Assist learners with password creation and recovery
• Hold proctored module tests that lead to Northstar module certification
• Work with the Parent Facilitator on digital literacy needs of the INSPIRE Family Literacy Program in conjunction with Westminster Public Schools.
• Track student progress toward certification attainment and report outcomes to the AELA Navigator and Director of Adult Education
• Outreach to program participants for cohort participation including marketing to participants of other areas of the Program and to encourage usage among digital literacy participants
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to teach online, in-person at offsite locations, and possibly during evening hours
• Experience with digital learning management platforms
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, or advanced digital skills to quickly learn new learning management systems
• Broad knowledge and skill with instructional techniques and strategies to think critically and proactively adapt instruction to meet student needs and challenges including students across Spanish, English, and English as a Second Language Speakers
• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in adult education or related field
• Experience developing and/or delivering contextualized/student-centered instruction
• Bilingual Spanish speaker strongly preferred
• Ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of immigrant, low income, and diverse urban populations
• The University is particularly interested in applicants who have experience and sensitivity working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups such as immigrant, low income, and diverse urban populations

Schedule, Salary, and Terms of Employment:

The hourly rate for this position is $25/hour.

*This position is required to enroll in a PERA retirement account. This potion is not benefits eligible*

Schedule Information:

• Admin hourly (Tutoring Position)
• Days of Week: Monday – Friday
• Evenings and Weekend Work: Flexibility to work occasional evening hours as needed for student meetings, recruitment and marketing purposes.
• Schedule: In person. Work will take place at educational centers partnering with MSU Denver Family Literacy including in Westminster (7125 Mariposa St, Denver, CO 80221) and Commerce City (6450 Holly St, Commerce City, CO 80022). Program office is the Quigg Newton Community Center (4440 Navajo St, Denver, CO 80211). The Family Literacy Program does not run programming during the month of July.

Closing Date

05/15/2026

Posting Representative

Darrick Conroy

Posting Representative Email

dconroy4@msudenver.edu

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.