Computers and everything IT are pretty much an integral part of my life and I’d like to continue to work with IT, and share the experience and expertise I’ve built up over the years with others. Unfortunately many within the industry want to keep IT a “black art”; this seems strange as computers are now an everyday part of nearly everyone’s life as is driving a car or using the public library and most us can do those things easily. I want to work with others who are keen to find out about technology and help them put it to every day use in their lives.
Where I cover: South of Ipswich to Harwich, Clacton & Frinton. Postcodes: CO7, CO11, CO12, CO13, CO14, CO15, CO16, IP9.
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Since the late 1980s, I have used computers as part of my work in Transport and Logistics, training staff and customers to adopt the increasingly complicated paperless systems which have now taken over in modern offices.
I have worked with computers for many years and have a good knowledge of all the standard computer software packages. I do enjoy helping people to use computers and the internet, and believe it to be very important as eventually most services, including Government services, will be available only on the internet via a computer. There is also the added bonus, with the internet, of using a webcam and Skype to talk to friends and relations at home and abroad and see them at the same time!
I can help you enjoy using a computer. I can show you how to explore your computer and the internet to find things that interest you. I have taught people of all ages and abilities to be confident in their use of technology. I have infinite patience and I will help you by working at your pace, a step at a time.
I have been using computers for the past 25 years both for personal use and professionally. Eight years ago I was offered a post with the local college of FE as an IT tutor teaching computer basics, Microsoft Office and using the Internet to beginners and found that I get a real buzz out of helping mature students understand and gain confidence in the use of modern technology.
I worked for over 30 years as a freelance IT consultant mainly to the leading energy companies. Much of that work had been encouraging and training users to embrace new technology via training courses and one-to-one support at the desktop. All this experience has given me a wealth of knowledge and teaching skills which I now to use to great effect in providing computer and internet training to my age group in my home county of Shropshire.
I first started working on computers in 1973, and the first one I worked on was as big as a bus and less powerful than a modern mobile phone. I have watched computers develop throughout this time, whilst working in the Textiles Industry. I decided on a change and for the past 6 years I have been teaching Information and Communications Technology in a High School. I have taught every skill level of child, including A level, but I get the greatest satisfaction from seeing ‘the light go on’ when I have explained something new.
I am a lifelong user of technology and have seen the way that it has changed both my own and others lives for the better. I have worked with numerous professional and voluntary groups enabling users to work confidently with computers, without fear or worry. My attitude towards training is that the client is in the driving seat and any tuition should be based around their needs or interests. Technology is there to assist you – not the other way around. I believe tuition should be enjoyable and relaxed and can even advise on what software/computer to buy. In many cases also suggesting a free alternative to the expensive major players!