Career Centers

Career Centers for Elementary Libraries motivate students to research occupations within the Achieve Texas 16 Career Clusters and become aware that education and training are needed to prepare for the future. Plans for setting up 3 Career Centers are included.

Career Centers for Elementary1. Achieve Texas Career Center

Highlights 16 Career Clusters & OccupationsFastest Growing Careers, Top Paying Careers, Quiz

2. Jobs, etc. Career Center Posters with What employers want and Academic courses you need 3. Roadmap to Success Career Center Display with Posters of careers based on interests matched to Career

Clusters sits on Roadmap Rug

Achieve Texas Career CenterCareer exploration begins with awareness of 16 Career ClustersSet up a tri-fold reusable cardboard display in the library or classroom with the title, “Achieve Texas Career Center and website,” Rotate information on board every 2 weeks-Use the Cover of a Career Cluster booklet, Career Choices table pp.10-11, Fast Growing Careers p. 6, Top Paying Careers p.7 & Quiz p. 7)Add books, videos, DVDs, etc. on table near display (see resources at end of PowerPoint)

Purchase a cardboard tri-fold display board at office or teacher supply store. Type titles –”Achieve Texas Career Center”,(web address), “Fast Growing Careers”, “Top Paying Careers”, and “Quiz Yourself”- in Rockwell Extra Bold font, print or copy onto transparencies & tape to display

Then add information: type quiz, fast growing list, and top paying career list- print on colored paper -use removable Velcro dots to stick all materials to display board, change biweekly

16 Career Cluster Information Handouts

Use the following information about each career cluster as a handout for educators or students viewing display

Agriculture, Food,& Natural Resources

Environmental Engineer, 40%, Bachelors Degree, design, plan, perform engineering duties to protect natural resources, $74, 827Environmental Engineer Technician, 26.1%, Associates Degree, Test and operate equipment to protect natural resources, $42, 111Forest & Conservation Worker, 25%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Perform labor to develop, maintain, protect natural resources, $32, 114Waste & Liquid waste Treatment Plant and System Operator, 22.6%, Long term on-the-job training, Operate or control an entire system of machines to treat water and other liquid waste, $28, 556

Other occupations in this cluster: Farmer, Rancher, Florist, Landscaper, Agriculture Inspector, Geological Petroleum Technician, Conservation Scientist, Pest Control Worker, Animal Trainer

Education Levels Vary: Short, long, & moderate term on-the-job training, work experience in related occupation, an Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree with some experience

Job Openings range from 10 animal breeders to 2, 975 landscapers

Wages range from $17,123 to $74, 827

Work related school subjects: Science, Math, and Reading and Language Arts, Physical Education

Architecture & ConstructionRigger, 34.8%, Short term on-the-job training, Set up or repair rigging (frames) for construction, shipping, entertainment projects, $36,602Tile and marble setter, 31%, Long term on-the-job training, Apply tile, marble, and wood to walls, floors, ceilings, roof decks, $$28,769Drywall, ceiling tile installer, 24.3%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Apply plasterboard, other wallboard, or ceiling tiles for decorative, sound proofing or fireproofing, $26, 540Electrician, 21.8%, Long term on-the-job training, Installs, maintains, repairs electrical wiring, equipment, fixtures following codes, $36, 497

Other occupations in this cluster: Landscape Architect, Surveyor, Interior Designer, Construction Manager, Mechanical Drafter, Cost Estimator, Carpenter, Brick MasonEducation Levels Vary: Short, moderate, long term on-the-job-training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary award, and Bachelor’s DegreeJob openings range from 15 Landscape Architects to 1,885 ElectriciansWages range from $19, 579 to $65, 413Work related school subjects: Math, Science, Language Arts/Reading

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Public Relations Specialist, 33.7%, Bachelor’s Degree, Promotes good will with release of writing and publicity that make people like a business, $49, 302Desktop Publisher, 30.2%, Postsecondary award, Format, type and design graphic elements using computer software to publish reading material, $32, 699Audio-Visual Collections Specialist, 26.7%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Prepare, plan and operate audio-visual teaching aids like projectors and file aids for education, $34,490Library Technician, 26.5%, Short term on-the-job training, Assists librarians by helping readers using library systems to locate materials, and compiles records, sorts, shelves books $24,112

Other occupations in this cluster: Librarian, Producer and Director, Art and Music Directors, Writer and Author, Editor, Actor, Dancer, Printing Machine OperatorEducation levels vary: Short, moderate, and long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary award, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree Job openings range from 25 Fine Artists like Sculptors to 445 LibrariansWages range from $14,495 to $53,715Work related school subjects: Art, Language Arts/Reading, Music, Dance, Social Sciences

Business Management & Administration

Compensation, Benefits, Job Analysis Specialist, 30.2%, Bachelor’s Degree, Presents programs about benefits (insurance) for businesses, $49, 386Receptionist & Information Clerk, 27.9%, Short term on–the-job training, Answers questions, finds information for customers, visitors, and workers, $21, 570Training & Development Specialist, 27%, Bachelor’s Degree, Presents training programs for employees, $46, 902Interviewer, except Eligibility and Loan, 26.8%, Short term on-the-job training, Interviews people by phone, mail or in person to complete forms, applications, surveys, $25,466

Other occupations in this cluster: Statistician, Agent and Manager of Athletes and Performers, Chief Executive, Budget Analyst, Accountant, Secretaries, Tax Preparer, Office ClerkEducation levels vary: Short, moderate, and long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary award, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s DegreeJob Openings range from 20 Statisticians to 4,000 Receptionists and ClerksWages range from $21, 570 - $145, 519Work related school subjects: Reading/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, and Arts

Education and TrainingLibrary Science Teacher Postsecondary, 100%, Doctoral Degree, Teach college courses in library science, $54,542Special Education Teachers PK-High School, 48.6 & 48.7% & 47.1, Bachelor’s Degree, Teach physically and mentally handicapped students, $42,505 & $42,130 & $42, 986Law Teacher, Postsecondary, 46.7%, First Professional Degree, Teaches law courses, $82, 742Fitness Trainer/Aerobics Instructor, 42%, Postsecondary Award, Instructs or coaches groups in exercise activities, $30, 287

Other occupations in this cluster: Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement College Teachers, Post secondary Art, Language, Health Teachers, School Counselors, Career and Technology Teachers, Teacher and Graduate AssistantsEducation Levels vary: Short term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary award, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree, Doctoral & First Professional DegreeJob Openings range from 5 Library Science Teachers to 4,880 Teacher AssistantsWages range from $16,773 - $82, 742Work related School Subjects: Social Studies, Language Arts/Reading, Health, Science, Technology, Science, Math

FinanceSurvey Researcher, 37.5%, Master’s Degree, Researches market conditions to determine who buys products, create sales campaigns, $29, 160Personal Financial Advisor, 28.7%, Bachelor’s Degree, Advise clients on financial plans, explaining tax and investment strategies, $81, 619Bill and Account Collector, 27.4%, Short term on-the-job training, Locate and notify customers behind on paying bills, $29,285Economists, 25%, Master’s Degree, Conducts research for reports to solve economic problems, $80,939

Other occupations in this cluster: Accountant, Auditor, Credit Analyst Insurance Agent, Loan Officer, Tax Preparer, Payroll and Timekeeper Clerk, Bookkeeper

Education Levels vary: Short, Moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree

Job openings range from 15 Insurance Appraisers for Autos to 3, 180 Accountants

Wages range from $20, 843 to $80, 939

Work related school subjects: Math, Social Studies, Language Arts, Reading,

Government & Public Administration

Hazardous Materials Removal Worker, 35.2%, Long term on-the-job training, Identify, remove, dispose of dangerous materials, $56,898

Medical, Public Health Social Worker, 32.8%, Bachelor’s Degree, Provide support for people who have serious health problems , $39,924

Emergency Management Specialist, 30%, Work experience in related occupation, Coordinate how to respond to disasters like floods, fires, $44,352

Social and Community Service Manager, 27.3%, Bachelor’s Degree, Plan and oversee programs in communities that help people, $42,847

Other occupations in this cluster: Administrative Law Judge, Fish and Game Warden, Bus Driver, Mail Carriers, Court Clerk, Substance Abuse Counselor, Legislator

Education levels vary: Short, Moderate, and Long term on-the-job training, Work experience in a related occupation, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree

Job openings range from 10 Mediators to 1,035 Administrative Service Managers

Wages range from $24,746 to $72,585

Work related school subjects: Social Studies, Language Arts/Reading, Science,

Health ScienceMedical Records and Health Information Technician, 55.3%, Associate’s Degree, Keeps medical records of hospital and clinic patients, $24,685Physician Assistant, 52.8%, Bachelor’s Degree, Provides healthcare services under Doctor’s supervision, $$77,378Respiratory Technician, 47.4%, Postsecondary Award, Provide breathing related treatment under Doctor’ supervision, $34,420Registered Nurse, 34.6%, Associate’s Degree, Provide nursing care and planning to sick people, $52,665

Other occupations in this cluster: Dentist, Family Doctor, Audiologist, Speech Therapist, Nutritionist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Massage Therapist, Pharmacy Technician, Nursing Aide, OrderlyEducation levels vary: Short, Moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Postsecondary Award, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree, First Professional DegreeJob openings range from 10 Prosthetist to 7,625 Reg. NursesWages range from $18,322 to $139,140Work related school subjects: Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading/Language Arts, Physical Education, Health

Hospitality and TourismUmpire, Referee, Other Sports Officials, 33.3%, Long term on-the-job training, Officiate sports events enforcing the rules, $26,423Host/Hostess in Eating Places, 30.9%, Short term on-the-job training, Greets people, $14,508Waiter/Waitress, 30.2%, Short term on-the-job training, Take orders and serve food and drinks in places to eat, $14,994Food Preparation Worker, 30.2%,Short term on-the-job training, Prepares food, $16,796Amusement Park Worker, 26.7%, Short term on-the-job training, Operate rides, schedule use of parks, and maintain equipment, $15,281

Other occupations in this cluster: Convention Planner, Lodging Manager, Chef, Coach, Tour Guide, Concierge, Hotel Clerk, BellhopEducation levels vary: Short, moderate, long term on-the-job training, Work experience in a related occupation, Bachelor’s DegreeJob openings range from 15 Umpires to 12,185Waiter/WaitressWages range from $14,508 to 57,583Work related school subjects: Arts, Sports, Social Studies, Reading/ Language Arts, Math, Science, Health

Human ServicesPersonal and Home Care Aide, 41.8%, Short term on-the-job training, Assist elderly or disabled adults with daily living care, $13,477Preschool Administrator, 33.6%, Bachelor’s degree plus experience, Plan, direct academic and nonacademic activities for children, $33,570Medical and Public Health Social Worker, 32.8%, Bachelor’s Degree, Help families with psychological and social services when ill, $39,924Sales Manager, 29.8%, Bachelor’s Degree with experience, Trains, Coordinates sales of products in an area, $93,178

Other occupations in this cluster: Church Worker, Counselors, School Psychologist, Financial Manager, Probation Officer, Child Care Worker, Dietetic TechnicianEducation levels vary: Short, Moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Postsecondary Award, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s degree plus experience, Master’s Degree, Doctoral Degree, First Professional DegreeJob openings range from 25 Marriage Therapists to 6,770 Child Care WorkersWages range from $13,477 to $89,572Work related school subjects: Health, Math, Social Studies, Reading/Language Arts, Science

Information TechnologyNetwork Systems Analyst, 42.6%, Bachelor’s Degree, Install and support use of computer systems, $59,804Computer Software Engineer, 41.7%, Bachelor’s Degree, Research, design, test computer system, $77,505Database Administrator, 38.4%, Bachelor’s Degree, Coordinate changes to computers to keep safe, $$64,323Computer Science Teacher Postsecondary, 34.9%, Master’s Degree, Teach college course in computer science, $60,332

Other occupations in cluster: Electrical Engineer, Technical Writer, Computer Programmer, Desktop Publisher, Security/Alarm InstallerEducation levels vary: Moderate to long term on-the-job training, Postsecondary Award, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree, Doctoral DegreeJob openings range from 25 Process Control Programmers to 1,680 Computer Systems AnalystsWages range from $30,046 to $82,665Work related school subjects: Science, Technology, Math, Reading

Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security

Detective and Criminal Investigator, 32.1%, Work experience in related occupation, Solve crimes and investigate violations of laws, $50,652Correctional Officer/Jailer, 29.6%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Guard prisoners, and help law officers with them, $28,624Paralegal and Legal Assistant, 29.5%, Associate’s Degree, Assist lawyers research cases, $40, 436Firefighter, 28.9%, Long term on-the-job training, Fight fires, respond to emergencies, $39,885

Other occupations in cluster: Lawyer, Judge, Social worker, Court Reporter, Supervisors of Police, Fish and Game Warder, Crossing GuardEducation levels vary: Short, moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Doctoral/ First Professional DegreeJob openings range from 10 Parking Enforcement Workers to 3,035 Police and Sheriff Patrol OfficersWages range from $17,419 to 113,084Work related school subjects: Social Studies, Reading/Language Arts, Science, Physical Education

ManufacturingEnvironmental Engineer, 40%, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Plan and design plants so they do not hurt the environment, $74, 827Painter, transportation Equipment, 26.6%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Operate machines to paint vehicles, $35,485Manufactured Building, Mobile Home Installer, 21.1%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Move and install mobile homes, $23,034Packaging and Filling Machine Operator and Tender, 20.8%, Short term on-the-job training, Operate machines to prepare products for storage, shipping, $$21,435

Other occupations in this cluster: Commercial Designer, Medical Equipment Repairer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Cabinet Maker, Furniture Refinisher, WelderEducation levels vary: Short, Moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary Award, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experienceJob openings range from 25 Tool Process Control Programmers to 6,160 General Operation ManagersWages range from $21,014 to $74,827Work related school subjects: Math, Science, Reading/Language Arts, Technology

Marketing, Sales, & ServicePublic Relations Specialist, 33.7%, Bachelor’s Degree, Writes and promotes good things about businesses, people, $49.302Sales Manager, 29.8%, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Directs and plans sales using information to increase sales, $$93,178Advertising and Promotions Manager, 24.4%, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Plans and directs advertising to create interest in products, $$68,286Customer Service Representative, 23.4%, Moderate term on-the-job training, Handle and resolve complaints, give information, $$26, 328

Other occupations in this cluster: Marketing Manager, Sales Engineer, Exhibit Designer, Property Manager, Real Estate Agent, Wholesale Buyer, Counter Clerk, Cashier, Driver

Levels of education vary: Short, Moderate term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary Award, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree

Job openings range from 45 Jewelers to 16,805 Retail Salespersons

Wages range from $16,049 to $92,690

Work related school subjects: Language Arts/Reading, Social Studies, Technology, Math

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

Agriculture Engineer, 100%, Bachelor’s Degree, Apply engineering technology to solve agriculture problems, $56,913Environmental Science & Protection Technician, 44.8%, Associate’s Degree, Monitor environment and test for pollution, $36,935Forensic Science Technician, 33.3%, Associate’s Degree, Collect, identify, classify, analyze evidence related to criminal investigations, $39,859Medical Scientist except Epidemiologist, 32.8%, Doctoral Degree, Researches and writes about human diseases to improve health, $$60,332

Other occupations in this cluster: Microbiologist, Physicist, Biochemist, Hydrologist, Geographer, Chemist, Aerospace Engineer, Weigher

Levels of education vary: Short, Moderate, term on-the-job training, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree plus experience, Master’s Degree, Doctoral Degree

Job openings range from 5 Agriculture Engineers to 480 Engineering Managers

Wages range from $25,038 to $104,512

Work related school subjects: Technology, Science, Math, Reading/Language Arts, Health

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics

Recreational Vehicle Service Technician, 30.8%, Long term on-the-job training, Servicing and repairing travel trailers and other recreational vehicles, $33,402Bus Driver for School, 227.4%, Short term on-the-job training, Drives bus for students or other groups safely, $19,026Airline Pilot, Co-Pilot, Flight Engineer, 25.2%, Bachelor’s Degree, Certified to fly passengers, $138,910Flight Attendant, 24.3%, Long term on-the-job training, Ensures safety and comfort of airline passengers, $71,157

Other occupations in this cluster: Bus and Truck Mechanics, Railcar repairer, Motorboat Operator, Taxi Driver, Mail Carrier, Sailor, Recyclable Collector, Cargo Agent

Level of education varies: Short, Moderate, Long term on-the-job training, Work experience in related occupation, Postsecondary Award, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree

Job openings range from 10 Traffic Technicians to 2,585 Auto service Mechanics/Technicians

Wages range from $19,026 to $138,910

Work related school subjects: Science, Health, Reading/Language Arts, Math

Jobs, etc. Career CenterJobs, etc. displays information about 6 jobs (see slide 22) within each Career Cluster to spotlight careers that interest students, and show that different levels of education are needed within career clustersSet up a reusable cardboard tri-fold display titled “Jobs, etc.”, “What Employers Want” & “Academic Courses You Need”Place Career Poster, and other information on tri-fold display with Velcro dots & rotate weeklyAdd books, videos, DVDs, etc. on table near display (see resources at end of PowerPoint)

Purchase a cardboard tri-fold display board at an office or teacher supply store. Type titles “Jobs, etc. Career Center”, “What Employers Want”, “Academic Courses You Need” in Rockwell Extra Bold font & print or copy onto transparencies to tape to display. Copy information on colored paper and rotate weekly

Information: Career posters of jobs go in center area, type a list of what employers want- p. 8 in Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type a list of academic courses needed- listed on various pages in Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Print on colored paper -use removable Velcro dots to stick to display board. Add “Plan for Success” pages 2-3 from booklets

Careers to Spotlight on Jobs, etc. Career Center Display & Handouts

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources: Ranch Manager, Zoologist, Power Plant Operator, Farmer, Floral Designer, Tree Trimmer

Architecture Construction:Architect, Mechanical Drafter, Building Inspector, Electrician, Brick Mason, Roofer, Carpenter Helper

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications: Librarian, Music Director, Editor, Actor, Audio Visual Technician, Usher

Business, Management & Administration: Statistician, Agent of Athletes, Auditor, Real Estate Manager, Legal Secretary, Office Clerk

Education & Training: Law Teacher College, School Counselor, Education Administrator, Cooperative Extension Agent, Fitness Trainer, Teacher Assistant

Finance: Economist, Financial Manager, Loan Counselor, New Accounts Clerk, Tax Preparer, Bank Teller

Government & Public Administration: Urban Planner, Substance Abuse Counselor, Judge, Health Social Worker, Emergency Management, Bus Driver

Health Science: Dentist, Epidemiologist, Dietitian Nutritionist, Registered Nurse, Massage Therapist, Pharmacy TechnicianSample handouts follow

Hospitality & Tourism: Convention Planner, Food Service Manager, Umpire or Referee, Customer Service Representative, Cook,Waiter

Human Services: Clergy, Mental Health Counselor, Sales Manager, Manicurist, Sales Representative, Home Care Aide

Information Technology: Computer Scientist, Comp. Teacher, Electrical Engineer, Computer Programmer, Alarm System Installer, Line Telecommunication Installer

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security: Lawyer, Hearing Officer, Court Reporter,Private Detective, Police Officer, Security Guard

Manufacturing: Environmental Engineer, Medical Equipment Repair, Power Tool Repair, Cabinet Maker, Welder, Painter

Marketing, Sales, & Service: Market Analyst, Sales Manager, Exhibit Designer, Jeweler, Real Estate Broker, Cashier

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics: Microbiologist, Geographer, Petroleum Engineer, Chemist, Forensic Science Technician, Surveying Technician

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics: Flight Engineer, Aerospace Operations Technician, Bus Mechanic,Captain of Ship, Flight Attendant, Postal Mail Carrier

Jobs, etc. Career Center Handouts for Health Science

Career Choice Tables are in each Achieve Texas in Action booklet to use to make handouts for students or you can use profiles of people in your community in the career studied to connect school to life for your students. Samples of 6 included.

Health Science Career SpotlightDentist (from Achieve Texas in Action Health Science booklet)Job Description: Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums and related oral structures. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth.Education: First Professional DegreeWages: $139,140 Academic Subjects: Math, Science and English Language Arts, Reading

Health Science Career SpotlightEpidemiologist (from Achieve Texas in Action booklet)Job Description: Investigate and describe …disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop means for prevention and control.Education: Masters DegreeWages: $47,069Academic Subjects: Science, Math, English Language Arts, Social Studies

Health Science Career SpotlightDietitian and Nutritionist (from Achieve Texas in Action booklet)Job Description: Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional researchEducation: Bachelor’s DegreeWages: $45,789Academic Subjects: Health, Science, Math, English Language Arts

Health Science Career SpotlightRegistered Nurse (from Achieve Texas in Action booklet)Job Description: Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled persons.Education: Associate’s DegreeWages: $52,665Academic Subjects: Science, Health, Math, English Language Arts

Health Science Career SpotlightMassage therapist (from Achieve Texas in Action booklet)Job Description: Massage customers for health or restorative purposes.Education: Postsecondary (training after high school)Wages: $33,786Academic Subjects: Health, Science, English Language Arts

Health Science Career SpotlightPharmacy Technician (from Achieve Texas in Action booklet)Job Description: Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications.Education: Moderate term on-the-job trainingWages: $25,009Academic Subjects: Science, Math, English Language Arts, Health

Road to Success Career Center

Road to Success Career Center contains lists of careers by interest. More than one cluster is represented. The tri-fold display includes a poster listing careers to change monthly. Careers Clusters from Achieve Texas are labeled on sides of board. Materials for research near display (Resource list at end of PowerPoint)The display is set on a roadmap rug which may be purchased from home improvement stores. Add books, home center and building center materials to rug

Purchase a cardboard tri-fold display board at an office or teacher supply store. Type titles “Road to Success Career Center” and “Career Clusters:” in Rockwell Extra Bold font & print or copy onto transparencies to tape to display.

Draw a road with a permanent marker 4 inches wide with a center stripe or glue a winding road from a bulletin board set onto the display. Velcro a poster with pictures and lists of occupations that have a common interest, for example: Adventure. Match the occupations with Career Clusters and print on colored paper to Velcro to sides of display.

Provide center materials and place on roadmap rug. Use in class or library.

Road to Success Display Poster 1Adventure: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters with adventure include Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources, Hospitality & Tourism, Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security, Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, Transportation, Distribution, & LogisticsSample Careers to list (20): Airplane Pilot, Aerospace Engineer, Astronaut, Archaeologist, Bomb Squad Officer, Cruise Director, FBI Agent, Firefighter, Geologist, Model, Inventor, Oil Rig Worker, Park Ranger, Police Officer, Race Car Driver, Secret Service Agent, Ship Captain, Truck Driver, Tour Director

Road to Success Display Poster 2Art or Drawing: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Architecture & Construction, Arts, A/V Technology & Communication, Education & Training, Marketing, Sales, & ServiceSample careers to list (20): Actor, Advertising Executive, Architect, Ariel Photographer, Artist, Automobile Designer, Art Librarian, Art Teacher, Cartoonist,Chef, Comedian, Exhibit Designer, Interior Designer, Museum Curator, Music Therapist, Screenwriter, Sound Engineer, Vocalist, Writer, Producer,

Road to Success Display Poster 3Animals: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources, Education & Training, Science, Technology, Engineering, & MathematicsSample careers to list (20): Animal Breeder, Animal Scientist, Animal Therapist, Beekeeper, Biology Teacher, Circus Trainer, Deep Sea Diver, Ecologist, Gardener, Geographer, Horse Trainer, Landscape Architect, Marine Biologist, Meteorologist, Oceanographer, Paleontologist, Pet Groomer, Tree Surgeon, Veterinarian, Zoologist

Road to Success Display Poster 4Computers: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications, Information Technology, Marketing, Sales, & Service, Science, Technology, Engineering, & MathematicsSample careers to list (20): CAD Specialist, Computer Sales, Computer Teacher, Database Administrator, Drafter, Electrical Engineer, Graphics Designer, Hardware Engineer, Information Manager, Internet Access Provider, Network Manager, Programmer, Repair Technician, Researcher, Robotics Engineer, Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Technical Support, Technical Writer, Webmaster

Road to Success Display Poster 5Mathematics: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Architect & Constructions, Business, Management, & Administration, Finance, Health & Science, Government & Public Administration, Science, Technology, Engineering& MathematicsSample careers to list (20): Accountant, Auditor, Aerospace Engineer, Architect, Banker, Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Financier, Machinist, Mathematician, Market Researcher, Naval Engineer, Nurse, Petroleum Engineer, Physicist, Purchasing Agent, Stock Broker, Surveyor, Tool & Die Maker, Traffic Planner, Urban Planner

Road to Success Display Poster 6Money: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Business, Management, & Administration, Finance, Marketing, Sales, & ServiceSample careers to list (20): Accountant, Banker, Business Manager, Credit Manager, Economist, Entrepreneur, Financial Planner, Insurance Broker, Lawyer, Loan Officer, Management Consultant, Marketing Director, Mortgage Banker, Purchasing Agent, Real Estate Agent, Retail Manager, Sales Representative, Stock Broker, Venture Capitalist

Road to Success Display Poster 7Music: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Arts, A/V Technology & Communication, Business, Management, & Administration, Education & Training, Marketing, Sales, & ServiceSample careers to list (20): Actress, Advertising Designer, Aerobics Instructor, Booking Agent, Camera Operator, Choir Director, Choreographer, Composer, Conductor, Dance Instructor, Dancer, Disc Jockey, Event Planner, Instrument Repair, Lighting Engineer, Music Teacher, Night Club Manager, Producer, Sound Engineer, Talent Director

Road to Success Display Poster 8Science: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Health Science, Education & Training, Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics, Human ServicesSample careers to list (20): Archeologist, Astronaut, Biochemist, Chemist, Chiropractor, Dentist, Dermatologist, Dietician, Forensic Investigator, Forest Ranger, Geologist, Medical Technician, Nurse, Nutritionist, Optometrist, Pharmacist, Physician, Science Teacher, Surgeon, Veterinarian

Road to Success Display Poster 9Sports/Athletics: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Business, Management & Administration, Health Science, Education & Training, Human ServicesSample careers to list (20): Aerobics Instructor, Agent, Announcer, Athlete, Broadcaster, Camp Director, Coach, Equipment Manager, Facilities Manager, Fitness Trainer, Gymnastics Instructor, Health Club Operator, Journalist, Lifeguard, Personal Trainer, PE Teacher, Recreational Director, Referee, River Guide Sportscaster, Team Manager

Road to Success Display Poster 10

Speaking: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Education & Training, Government & Public Administration, Human Services, Marketing, Sales, & Service, Transportation, Distributions, & LogisticsSample careers to list (20): Air Traffic Controller, Broadcaster, Counselor, Dispatcher, Entertainer, Flight Attendant, Journalist, Judge, Lawyer, Lobbyist, Minister, News Anchor, Politician, Public Relations, Reporter, Salesperson, Speech Therapist, Teacher, Telephone Operator, Travel Agent

Road to Success Display Poster 10

Travel: (career poster sets listed in resources at end of PowerPoint) You may make your own with Achieve Texas in Action booklets. Type and print careers and pictures on 8x10” paper. Use a poster maker to enlarge and laminate for reuse.Career Clusters: Human Services, Hospitality & Tourism, Marketing, Sales & Service, Transportation, Distribution, & LogisticsSample careers to list (20): Airline Personnel, Astronaut, Body Guard, Bus Driver, Chauffeur, Cruise Director, Curator, Diving Instructor, Flight Attendant, International Banker, Missionary, Military Serviceperson, Pilot, Purchasing Agent, Railroad Engineer, Salesperson, Taxi Driver, Tour Guide, Travel agent, Truck Driver

Resources for Achieve Texas Career Centers:

All Career Centers should have one or more children’s career handbooks, poster sets, books, videos, DVDs, games, interest inventories. Use books, videos, DVDs, games and interest inventories Career Clusters Lessons for Life Activities 1-5 listed in Activity Sections & in Resources.

Poster Sets (not listed in Activities 1-5 and Resources:Career Cluster Poster Series & Children’s Dictionary of Occupations Posters Career Exploration Posters for Elementary www.careerkids.com

Career Ideas for Kids Poster Set & Career Clusters Poster Set, http://ff.films.com/id/23693/Career_Clusters_Poster_Set.htm