Odd Jobs
H.S. Diploma/On-the-Job Training
2 Years College
4 Years College
6+ Years College
100
Working in this odd job, one has the potential to earn $52,000/year.
A. Odor Sniffer
B. Dog food taster
C. Pet Psychologist
D. Snake Milker
C. Pet Psychologist
100
Drives and operates large capacity trucks and vans, transporting goods like cars, livestock, and freight
What is a truck driver?
100
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
If Ms. Pitz was not a teacher, what career would she choose?
What is a nurse?
100
A person who plans, designs and oversees the construction of buildings and other structures.
What is an architect?
100
Advises and represents clients in legal matters
What is a lawyer?
200
Which of the following is NOT an actual career?
A. Nail Polish Namer
B. Human Statue
C. Dog Surfing Instructor
D. Professional Cat Walker
E. Scuba Diving Pizza Delivery Person
D. Professional Cat Walker
200
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
This St. Dennis teacher once worked as a manager at a gym.
Who is Mr. Caya?
200
Cleans teeth, takes dental x-rays, and applies preventive materials to teeth
What is a dental hygienist?
200
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
Mrs. Romaniak's dream job
What is a baker/chef?
200
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
In between teaching jobs, this St. Dennis teacher worked at several technology companies.
Who is Mrs. Caya?
300
Blast from the Past!!
Often children, these workers had the tedious job of removing empty bobbins from spinning frames in textile mills.
A. Linotype Operators
B. Slubber Doffers
C. Mill Machinists
D. Coal Technicians
B. Slubber Doffers
300
Installs and maintains electrical wiring, circuits, outlets, fuses, panel boards, and electrical machines in homes and businesses
What is an electrician?
300
There are two types of workers in this transportation related-career: one type work in control towers while the other type work in radar centers. According to Xello, it's possible to make up to $200,000 doing this high pressure career.
What is an air traffic controller?
300
A person who predicts the weather and reports current weather conditions on tv or radio
What is a meteorologist?
300
Prepares and dispenses medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders and prescriptions
What is a pharmacist?
400
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
If he weren't a teacher, which career would Mr. Pothof choose?
A. Actor
B. Racecar Driver
C. Referee
D. Marine Biologist
E. Athletic Trainer
F. Surgeon
G. Accountant
H. Beard model
E. Athletic Trainer
400
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
This St. Dennis teacher once worked as a Camp Counselor.
Who is Mrs. Klister?
400
Prepares patients to take x-rays and other radiologic tests and procedures
What is an x-ray tech?
400
A person who studies the layers of the Earth and looks for hidden resources beneath the Earth's surface
What is a geologist?
400
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT!
This St. Dennis teacher once worked in an acupuncture clinic.
Who is Mrs. Hanson?
500
What is the job description for a 'Professional Queuer'?
A professional line stander will do exactly what the job title states: wait in line for other people.
500
Provides a variety of hands-on and routine tasks in many aspects of patient care, including helping patients eat and groom, escorting them to exams and tests, and taking temperature and blood pressure
What is a nursing assistant?
500
Takes care of people with breathing problems by administering breathing treatments
What is a respiratory therapist?
500
Examines and provides a treatment plan to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability
What is a physical therapist?
500
A medical professional who administers medication to patients to alleviate pain while undergoing surgery
What is an anesthesiologist?