Operation Tech Connect Volunteers
As the world continues to move in a digital fashion, our Operation Tech Connect program is here to help connect our Special Olympics Washington athletes with access to technology as well as the help to navigate the digital world. Operation Tech Connect volunteers will help those who need assistance in navigating their devices (phones, tablets, gaming equipment) as well as a deeper understanding of how to engage with these technologies.
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Volunteer Duties:
- Operation Tech Connect volunteers will be connected with one athlete over a six week period.
- Main Support Roles:
- Teach set up of technology devices
- Training of online communication tools (Skype, Teams, Zoom, etc.)
- E-mail Support: Support with the creation of an e-mail account and provide training around e-mail basics.
- Microsoft Word Suite Training – Provide high level training around products such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
- Online Safety Training – Educate on the importance of safety and privacy while using technology devices.
- Tech Support can be delivered via:
- Telephone
- Online
- How To Guides
- In person distance visioned
- IT “on-call” squad
- Community Challenge Support (Spring 2021 Season)
- Tech Expectations: Charity Footprints Support, Zoom, E-mail/Text
- Log miles into Charity Footprints for team members
- Set up Zoom meetings, provide basic tech training to team members.
- Help facilitate the Pit Stop Zoom meetings for your team.
- Act as overall “tech support” for your team.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Volunteer must be over the age of 18 and complete a background check to become certified as a Class A volunteer.
- Volunteer must have strong technology skills.
- Information must be presented in a user friendly matter. Good communication skills and patience are necessary.
- Volunteer must be able to commit to an ongoing volunteer role. Timing of training sessions can be flexible and will be coordinated in the partnerships.
