AmeriCorps DSFs serve in the School District for a full year under the direct mentoring of a Digital Literacy Teacher and learn most of their technology skills on the job. This model is a win-win for AmeriCorps members, mentors, and Philadelphia schools. AmeriCorps DSFs learn the ins and outs of digital literacy skills and technology support; mentors receive daily support in engaging students in the District's Digital Literacy & Technology curriculum. The on-the-job training is supplemented with training toward I.T. industry certifications, which include: Dell Technician Certification, Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT), CompTIA A+ and additional certifications, and Google Apps for Education Certification. To prepare AmeriCorps DSFs for a successful transition into I.T. the program provides soft skills training as well. AmeriCorps DSFs serve in the School District for a full year under the direct mentoring of a Digital Literacy Teacher and learn most of their technology skills on the job. 

This model is a win-win for AmeriCorps members, mentors and for Philadelphia schools. AmeriCorps DSFs learn the ins and outs of digital literacy skills and technology support; mentors receive daily support in engaging students in the District's Digital Literacy & Technology curriculum. The on-the-job training is supplemented with training toward I.T. industry certifications, which include: Dell Technician Certification, Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT), CompTIA A+ and additional certifications, Google Apps for Education Certification. To prepare AmeriCorps DSFs for a successful transition into I.T. the program provides soft skills training as well.