Expectations
Candy/Object
When Amy is here to visit, what behaviors should I demonstrate to have the privilege of selecting from the candy bag?
Workplace Readiness
Communication skills, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Work Ethic, Flexibility, Job-seeking Skills. This is just a few topics we will discuss in Workplace Readiness. Which skill do you think you need to learn more about?
JOB
When might you need to advocate for your needs at work? Can you think of an example of something you might need a little help with?
Communication Skills
Communication skills are rated as one of the top skills desired/required by employers. You MUST be able to state your needs, wants and questions clearly and loud enough to be heard. It is okay to be "shy", but at work, clear communication with both employees and customers is mandatory.
Mistakes when looking for a job
Teens often make five common mistakes when looking for a job: using unprofessional contact info, failing to follow directions on applications, neglecting interview prep, communicating too casually, and giving up too quickly. Fixing these errors can make the hiring process much easier.
Body Language
What are some visible behaviors that demonstrate you are focusing on the lesson or activity?
Job Exploration
Interest Inventories, Career Clusters, Job Videos, Guest Speakers, Missouri Connections, Career One Stop. These are just a few of the many things we can do to explore jobs. Do you have any ideas of jobs you might like?
College
True or False: The accommodations you receive in high school will transfer to college?
Teamwork
Teamwork is an important work skill because it allows employees to combine their unique skills and strengths to achieve goals faster and more effectively than they could alone. If you do not enjoy working in groups, your job search should include smaller employers and/or jobs independent of help from others. Can you think of some?
Resume'
Employers look at a resume for an average of 6 to 8 seconds during an initial screening. If a candidate passes this quick visual check, the recruiter or hiring manager will spend more time—usually 1 to 2 minutes—doing a deeper review.
Respect
When someone is talking or discussing something, how can you demonstrate that you are listening?
Self-Advocacy
Self-Awareness, Assertiveness, Disability Awareness, Disclosure, Rights and Responsibilities, Goal setting. These are areas covered in Self-Advocacy. Choose one of these areas you are familiar with and one you are unfamiliar with.
Goals
Did you know that setting goals and tracking them is an example of self-advocacy? If you do not choose your path for your life, someone else will! Do you have a real, authentic, realistic goal?
Work-Ethic
A good work ethic is a set of values and habits that guides you to approach your job with honesty, consistency, and a strong sense of responsibility. Completing tasks well builds confidence, resilience, and a sense of personal pride. Showing up on time, respecting schedules, and following through on every promise you make.
Networking
Networking is as simple as having a conversation; it can be formal or informal. Chatting with a neighbor, classmate, or co-worker is informal, while attending a career-related or professional event, such as a career fair or conference, is a more formal type of networking.
Permission
In order for me to help you with your career goals, what do you need to have signed by a parent or guardian? If you have not turned one it yet, what is your reason and what do you plan to do to fix it?
Post-Secondary
Degree programs both 2- and 4-year universities, Support programs available at college, application process, FAFSA, accommodation differences between high school and college. Are you considering a 2- or 4-year college? If so, to study what?
Self-Determination
Self-Determination is the power or ability to make choices and govern your own life or country without outside influence. Making decisions, goals and plans for YOUR life is part of Self-Advocacy
Job-Seeking skills
Job seeking skills are the specific tools and actions you use to find, apply for, and win a job. Networking, attention to details, and using hiring apps like Indeed, and Snag A Job can help when looking for a job.
Random Work Fact
Manners
How many items should you take from the candy bag when it is your turn?
Work-Based Learning
Job Shadow/Workplace Tour, Informational Interviews, Volunteering Job Olympics, Build My Future. What business would you like to tour to learn more about the jobs and skills needed to work there?
Self-Disclosure
Self-Disclosure is the personal choice to tell teachers, professors, or employers about a disability. This means you have the CHOICE whether or not you decide to share your disability with others.
Personal Care/Hygiene
Shower daily with soap, use deodorant after showering and throughout the day as needed, brush your teeth, wash your face, put on clean clothes INCLUDING underwear and socks. If you are going to a job interview, make sure your nails are trimmed and clean as well.
Unusual Jobs
Nail polish namer: Some people work full-time inventing creative, catchy names for new nail polish colors.
Worm pickers: These workers hunt and collect earthworms outdoors to sell them to commercial fishing companies or bait shops.