Job Exploration
What is a job?
A job is work that a person does to earn money.
What time should you arrive for work?
On time or early enough to be ready to work.
What does self-advocacy mean?
Speaking up for yourself, your needs, your wants, and your goals.
Your coworker says hello to you. What should you do?
Say hello back.
What do you use money to pay for?
Things you need or want, such as food, housing, transportation, clothing, and entertainment.
What does PASS help students prepare for?
Education, training, employment, and life after high school.
True or False: You should think about your interests and strengths when choosing a career.
True
Which is more professional?
A. Ignoring your supervisor
B. Saying hello and communicating respectfully
C. Using your phone all day
B — Saying hello and communicating respectfully.
True or False: It is okay to ask for help when you need it.
True
Your phone rings while you are helping a customer. What should you do?
Follow workplace rules about phone use and stay focused on the customer.
What is a budget?
A plan for how you will spend and save your money.
Name ONE thing you remember learning in PASS.
Accept any appropriate answer.
Name ONE thing you can learn about a job before applying.
Possible answers:
Name TWO good workplace behaviors.
Possible answers:
If you don't understand something at work, what could you say?
"Could you please explain that again?" or "Can you show me how to do that?"
You disagree with a coworker. What should you do?
Stay calm, communicate respectfully, and try to solve the problem.
Name ONE thing that might be a need.
Food, housing, transportation, clothing, medicine, etc.
What is one strength you can bring to a workplace?
Accept appropriate answers such as:
You enjoy working with animals. Name one job you could explore.
Possible answers:
Your supervisor gives you a task that you don't understand. What should you do?
Ask your supervisor for clarification or help.
Your workplace is doing something that makes it difficult for you to complete your job. What should you do?
Communicate respectfully with your supervisor and explain what you need.
You make a mistake at work. What should you do?
Be honest, tell the appropriate person, and ask how to correct the mistake.
Name ONE thing that might be a want.
Video games, entertainment, expensive clothing, eating out, etc.
Imagine you are applying for a job and the employer asks, "Why should we hire you?" What could you say?
Give an answer that explains your strengths, skills, experience, and positive qualities.
Why is it important to explore different careers before choosing one?
It helps you learn what jobs match your interests, abilities, skills, and goals.
You are running late for work. What should you do?
Contact your supervisor as soon as possible and explain that you are running late.
What are THREE things you should know about yourself when advocating for yourself?
Possible answers:
Your supervisor asks you to do something you have never done before. What should you do?
Listen to the directions, ask questions if needed, and ask for help or a demonstration.
Why is transportation important when planning for a job?
You need a reliable way to get to and from work on time.
What is ONE career goal you have for your future, and what is ONE step you can take to reach that goal?
Student gives an appropriate career goal and realistic next step.