Applications
Name at least 2 things that you have to put on an application.
Name, Email Address, Home Address, Previous work history
How should you dress for an interview?
Dress to impress, wear nice clothes
Name 3 places you can look to find a job?
Newspaper, Internet, and In-person
Sarah is working as a counselor at the park’s day camp program. Sarah stays up late on Sunday night and arrives late to work Monday morning. What are the possible consequences of Sarah’s tardiness? Is this appropriate behavior? Why or why not?
Write up
Other people have to pick up the work
Not appropriate behavior
What are hard skills?
Language proficiency
Microsoft 365
Social Media Management
Who should you list as a reference?
Teachers, coach, and other adults who have seen your work and skills
When should you arrive for an interview?
5-15 minutes early
What should you search online to find a job?
Jobs in your area, Jobs in your training field
Jane heard the supervisor reprimanding a fellow employee. Jane tells her coworkers about the incident over lunch. Is this appropriate workplace behavior? Why or why not?
Answers may vary
What are soft skills?
Communication
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Adaptability
What can you list under prior experience?
What type of body language should you have during an interview?
Sit up straight, Feet on the floor, eye contact
Name a job search site?
Indeed, LinkedIn, Google
Allison works at a local fast-food restaurant. Allison often asks the manager if there is additional work to be completed and is willing to assist her coworkers. Does Allison have a good attitude toward her job? Why or why not?
Yes, it shows that she is willing to do more work and help others. She does not do the bare minimum.
What skills do you need as a teacher?
Leadership, time management, teamwork, adaptability
Why do applications ask for your work history?
To find out what skills you have and how much experience you have
What are 2 questions you can expect to be asked at an interview?
Tell me about yourself. What are your strengths? What makes you qualified for the job?
What does PT and FT mean in job ads?
PT - Part-time
FT - Full-time
Jacob is on the custodial staff at the local grocery store. He always does what he is told but does not seek any additional responsibilities or offer assistance to others. Does Jacob have a good attitude toward work? Why or why not?
You receive what you put in. If you don't try to help others, others will be less likely to help you.
It's not entirely bad to not take on additional responsibilities, but we should try to help others when we can.
What kind of skills does a lab technician need?
Attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, teamwork
What skills have you learned from specific trainings?
Answers vary
What are three questions you can ask the interviewer?
What type of attire does the job require? What are the duties of the job?
Go in and ask for an application
Mike’s friends come into the restaurant where he is a server. Mike stands at their table, talking instead of checking on his other tables. Is this appropriate behavior? How would you recommend handling friends in the workplace?
Inappropriate behavior
You can say hi to your friends, but you also need to ensure you are doing your job, which is checking and serving the tables assigned to you.
What skills does a doctor need to have?
medical knowledge, empathy, communication, teamwork