In an increasingly technology-oriented job market, having computer skills is a necessity for immigrants to get better jobs and live more productive lives. Recognizing this need, the Computer School of Asociación Tepeyac offers computer classes to Mexican and other Spanish speaking immigrants.

Classes are intended to provide students with basic computer skills, which can be used to get better job opportunities. Computer classes are offered, but not restricted, to the Mexican immigrant community in New York City. Our program targets the following groups

1. Unemployed adults,
2. Youth with no access to school, and
3. Any adult member of the population we serve

We are currently offering the following six-week courses at a basic level:

Computer Principles- aimed to people with no experience in computers. IN this class, students familiarized themselves with the use of a personal computer (devices, keyboard, mouse, etc.) and with Windows (graphic interface, accessories and file management).

Microsoft Word – In this class, students learn how to create and format simple documents. Topics include basic formatting options, table creation and other tools.

Microsoft Excel – In this class, students learn to create and use spreadsheets to manage and analyze numeric-type of information. Topics include: formulas, functions, graphics and basic tools.

Microsoft Power Point - In this class, students learn basic presentation techniques while also learning how to use Power Point to create professional presentations.

The following courses are to be open soon:

Asociación Tepeyac needs volunteers to teach computer skills to adult Latino immigrants.

Instructors will conduct any of the courses currently offered by Tepeyac: Basics, Word or Excel. Instructors will conduct classes in Spanish (this could be an opportunity for volunteers to practice Spanish as a second language).

Classes are two hour long and take place twice a week, for six weeks. Volunteers are needed to cover mainly classes scheduled from 4 to 6 pm, and 6 – 8 pm.

We require volunteers at our central offices, in the North Bronx and in Jackson Height, Queens.

For further information, please contact Marcela Quiroz at (212) 633-7108 or via e-mail at [email protected]