STEM Pathway
Lindsay is a personal trainer who works with athletes to get them ready for their events. She helps them learn how to strengthen their muscles and keep their bodies in prime condition so that they will perform at their best. The pathway in the Education and Training cluster that Lindsay’s career falls into is _____.
What is teaching and training?
Grayson really wants to get an A on his upcoming math quiz but he hates studying. He decides to set a goal for himself to study for 20 minutes every night this week in preparation for the Friday quiz. Grayson has set this type of goal.
What is short-term goal?
Julia is a clinical psychologist who works with families in distress. Usually, the counseling is ordered by the court system because of an issue in the family. This particular skill could be beneficial to Julia in her career.
What is listening?
What is empathy?
What is communication?
Nicholas has a master’s degree in mathematics and education. Nicolas might choose this career.
What is a high school math teacher?
Brian is a computer engineer who writes security software for a banking system. The pathway in the Information Technology career cluster that Brian’s job falls into this category.
What is programming and software development?
Ava works in a college admissions office. She is involved in reading applications and matching students to the criteria set out by the school for acceptance. If Ava decides that the student qualifies to attend the college, she notifies them. Which pathway in the Education and Training Cluster does Ava’s career fall into?
What is Administration and Administrative?
Savannah takes dance classes after school. She is learning ballet, tap, and jazz dances for her upcoming recital. What long-term goal might Savannah have?
What is major in dance when she goes to college?
Mason works in a large high school as a guidance counselor. Part of his job is to help students complete these types of applications.
What are college applications?
This professional plans lessons, teaches students, and checks their progress.
What is a teacher?
Aisha chose the information and career pathway. Now, she works as a systems administrator for a hospital system’s large database. This best describes the category of Aisha's job.
What is networking?
Donna is a speech therapist who works for a school system. She travels to different schools each day, working with students who have speech and hearing difficulties. The pathway in the Education and Training cluster that Donna’s career falls into is _____.
What is professional support services?
After failing a test, a student reviews mistakes, asks for help, and tries again. The student is showing this quality.
What is resilience? (or grit or determination).
This professional helps students choose classes, explore careers, and work through personal concerns.
What is a counselor?
This professional teaches employees the skills they need to do their jobs and may lead workshops or create training materials.
What is a corporate trainer?
Someone who builds and maintains websites for a living would be part of this pathway.
What is Web and Digital Communication?
Sean teaches online English classes for Chinese students. Even though Sean lives in the United States, his students are usually in China. They connect online through video chats. Which pathway in the Education and Training cluster does Sean’s career fall into?
What is teaching and training (or e-learning).
Breaking a large goal into smaller tasks helps you create this step-by-step guide for reaching it.
What is an action plan?
This support professional helps students who need extra instruction or accommodations to succeed in school.
What is a special education teacher?
This school administrator oversees teachers, manages daily operations, and helps set goals for the school.
What is a school principal?
Mara is a network system analyst for a large investment firm. Mara would need this type of education to enter this field.
What is a bachelor's degree in computer science?
Brent is an engineer who works in a nuclear plant. His job is to design the systems that help create nuclear energy and the systems that keep the plant safe. Brent's career falls into this STEM pathway.
What is engineering and technology?
A student plans to earn a nursing degree after high school. Because this goal will take several years to achieve, it is this type of goal.
What is a long-term goal?
This education support worker helps a teacher prepare materials and gives students extra help with lessons and assignments.
What is a teacher's aide?
This school administrator supports the principal, helps manage student behavior, and oversees daily school activities.
Who is an assistant principal?
This information technology professional protects computer systems and data from hackers and other online threats.
What is a cybersecurity analyst?