Career Preparation Workbook Unit 7 - 8 - 9.pdf

Career Forward (cFWD)

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UNITS

Pointers for Success in

Careers, Higher Education, & Life.

WELCOME TO THE FUTURE!

Well, here you are! So now what? This is a turning point in your life - you have the power to determine your own destiny. It’s your future. Why wait? You can make the most of your life by actively participating in your own education. This unit will guide you through a process which will empower you to do just that!

GOOD LUCK !

ARE YOU READY...

LET’S BEGIN!

Acknowledgement is due to the original designers of the Career Prep Workbooks and to the following people for revising this unit: Leasa Griffith, Shannon Hill, Steve Karabetsos, Deb McConaghy, Brian McDaniel, Claudia Pahls, Dodie Raycraft, and Sue Sirna.

Also, special thanks to Claudia Pahls for her research, special instruction, and leadership skills in guiding everyone through this process.

Senior layout editing provided by Theresa Rowe. Edition 2010-11. Copyright © 1995 St. Joseph County ISD

IN THIS UNIT, YOU WILL LEARN…

How well you know yourself.

How you manage your time.

How to create and maintain a portfolio.

How to investigate careers.

How to discover your aptitudes and career interests.

What Career Pathways are?

What an EDP is and how I plan for high school and beyond?

How to get and keep a job.

How to learn and succeed in an online environment.

1. HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF? .......................... 1 - 3 A. "Yes, I Can!" ................................................................ 1 B. What Do I Enjoy Doing? ................................................. 2 C. Personal Time Pie .......................................................... 3 2. HOW DO I GET READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL? .................... 4 - 7 A. Eighth Grade Can Help ................................................... 4 B. My Portfolio............................................................ 4 - 5 C. What are Grad. Requirements & Why Do We Have Them?..6 D. What Are Career Pathways? ........................................... 6 E. What is an EDP? ........................................................... 6 F. My First EDP ................................................................ 7 3. BUT WHAT ABOUR YOUR PERSONALITY?..................... 8 - 10 A. Temperament Survey Worksheet ................................. 8 - 9 B. Temperaments Chart .................................................... 10 4. HOW DO YOU FIND OUT ABOUT CAREERS?................ 11 - 16 A. Career Fact Sheet................................................. 11 - 12 B. Worker Interview Questionnaire - Job Shadowing..... 13 - 14 C. Declaring a Career Pathway.......................................... 15 D. Educational Development Plan....................................... 16 5. THEY CAN’T DO THAT . . . OR CAN THEY? ................. 17 - 18 A. Non-Traditional Occupations ......................................... 17 B. Gender Equity for Students........................................... 18 6. DO YOU KNOW HOW TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION? . 19 - 35 A. Tips for Filling Out An Application .......................... 19 - 20 B. Rating the Candidates ........................................... 21 - 27 C. Pocket References....................................................... 28 D. Application Checklist ................................................... 29 E. Application Essays....................................................... 29 F. Blank Application ................................................. 30 - 32 G. Employment Forms............................................... 33 - 35 7. SELF-EVALUATION AND FAMILY FOCUS..................... 36 - 38 A. Portfolio Document Evaluation ...................................... 36 B. Career Goals and Personal Strengths Worksheet.............. 37 C. Pathway Declaration.................................................... 37 D. Unit 7 - 8 - 9 Checklist................................................. 38

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If you feel you have been discriminated against, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator in your district.

STUDENT EDITION ~ UNIT 7 - 8 - 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF?

Before you begin to plan for your future, you need to know what you are like now. The following activities will help you to find out about yourself… What are the best things about you? What do you need to improve?

1A: “YES, I CAN!”

You must be able to see yourself in a confident, positive light in order to develop a good sense of direction for the future. One way you can do this is by affirming or expressing confident thoughts about yourself to others. This activity will help you express confidence in yourself.

Today, you are going to learn how to develop the “Yes, I Can” attitude in yourself by expressing these thoughts to others. LIST AT LEAST FIVE THINGS BELOW THAT YOU FEEL YOU CAN DO. It can be anything from taking care of a pet to telling jokes really well. It can be school things, leisure-time things, a skill in sports, art, music … anything!

1. Yes, I can________________________ 2. Yes, I can________________________ 3. Yes, I can________________________

4. Yes, I can________________________ 5. Yes, I can________________________ 6. Yes, I can________________________

After lists are completed, go around the room and share at least one item on each list. When it is your turn, begin by saying “Yes, I can…” then add your response.

After the group has shared responses, ask yourself these questions: How did it feel to express yourself? Did you feel like you were bragging? Were you hesitant to say something, fearing someone would laugh or

make fun of what you said?

This is the thinking that keeps us from feeling confident. How many felt good sharing positive things about themselves? If you practice saying good things about yourself and listening to positive things about others, the easier and more comfortable it will be.

Did You Know? If you practice saying things in front of a mirror, it can

help you gain confidence.

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1B: WHAT DO I ENJOY DOING?

Hobbies can greatly influence your future goals or reflect areas that interest you. This activity is designed to make you aware that your hobbies or interests can lead to career choices.

Below is a list of hobbies and interests.

CHECK ( ) THE ONES YOU DO NOW.

STAR (*) THE ONES YOU WOULD LIKE TO TRY.

______ sports ______ games ______ reading ______ cooking ______ walking ______ sewing ______ computer activities ______ school ______ cars ______ motorcycles ______ bicycles ______ visiting friends ______ skating ______ dancing ______ carpentry ______ models ______ drama/acting ______ watching T.V. ______ shopping ______ bowling ______ singing ______ listening to music ______ art ______ writing ______ fishing ______ babysitting ______ photography ______ electronics ______ collecting ______ video games ______ clubs ______ flying ______ making music ______ camping ______ boating activities ______ traveling ______ self-improvement ______ public speaking ______ martial arts ______ _____________________ ______ _____________________

FROM THE LIST ON THE LEFT, WRITE YOUR THREE FAVORITE HOBBIES OR INTERESTS BELOW: 1. ________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________

From the three listed above, now choose the one you enjoy doing most: Answer the following questions about your favorite: 1. How and when did you get started? ________________________

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2. Did any school activity spark your interest or help you get started? If so, what?

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3. Who taught you? _________________________________________

4. What do you like most about your hobby? __________________

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5. Approximately how much time during the week do you spend on your hobby? ___________________________________________

6. Where do you do your hobby? _____________________________

7. Does your hobby cost money? If yes, what do you need to buy? ____________________________________________________

8. How do you share your hobby with your family? ____________

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9. What careers could your hobby lead to? ____________________

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10. Would you recommend this hobby to someone? Why or why not?______________________________________________________

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1C: PERSONAL TIME PIE

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2A: EIGHTH GRADE CAN HELP

Your eighth grade year is very important and can really set the tone for all you can accomplish for yourself in high school. Keep the following in mind: 1. Grades

a. Make sure you pass all of your classes. This will help you to prepare for high school where you must repeat a class if you fail it. Attach your current grade report and answer the following questions:

Are you passing all of your classes? If not, what can you do to make sure that you do pass? This will be good practice for next year in high school.

2. Participation Statistics show that kids who participate in extra-curricular activities do better in

school. In order to participate in extra-curricular activities, you must be passing all of your classes.

In athletics there is an academic eligibility standard that is enforced at all levels and in every sport.

You can participate in athletics, music programs, clubs, student government, drama, and many other activities.

There are also many activities outside of school that include 4-H, Scouting, church youth groups, community volunteerism, club sports, intramural programs and many more.

3. Career Prep Activities There are many career prep activities designed for eighth grade students. These

include career exploration, Career Day, job-shadowing, CTE visitation, college visit, and other cool stuff.

4. Begin Your Portfolio Now that you’ve started learning about yourself, you need a place to collect and save

all of the information you’re gathering. A portfolio is a place to bring your best quality material together and save it. Your portfolio must document your skills in the areas of academic teamwork and personal management. See the next page for more details.

2. HOW DO I GET READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL?

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Now that you have started learning about yourself, you need a place to collect and save this information. Think about all the information that you get every day from home and school. Your portfolio is a place to bring your best quality material together and save it.

1. Q: WHAT IS A PORTFOLIO ANYWAY? A: A portfolio is a summary of you. Such

things as grades, attendance, career plans, tests, awards, and other important data can be stored in your portfolio.

2. Q: A FRIEND TOLD ME THAT I WILL NEED SOMETHING CALLED EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS TO GET A JOB SOMEDAY. WHAT ARE THESE?

A. Employability skills are the attitudes, behaviors, and skills that will be required of you to get and hold a job. These skills are considered to be essential for everyone, whether they are going to college or immediately entering the workforce.

3. Q: WHY DO I NEED TO PUT THINGS INTO A PORTFOLIO?

A: Michigan's businesses need you to be a prepared worker: one capable of solving problems, working in teams, making decisions, and communicating with others. Competition in the world is tough. Businesses need prepared workers in order to survive. Things in your portfolio will show employers how good you are and how good you could be if they hire you.

4. Q: IS A PORTFOLIO DIFFERENT FROM OTHER RECORDS KEPT BY MY SCHOOL?

A: Yes. The portfolio is your property; decisions as to what to keep in it are made by you. (Hint: Employers are looking for quality materials.) The school, and maybe partners from industry, will assist you in developing it.

5. Q: WHAT KIND OF "PROOF" IS INCLUDED IN A PORTFOLIO? A: Information from sources inside or outside

of school such as test scores, attendance awards, part-time work, volunteer work, sports, or experiences in scouting could go inside.

6. Q: I'M QUITE INVOLVED HERE IN SCHOOL. CAN THESE ACTIVITIES BE INCLUDED IN MY PORTFOLIO?

A: Certainly! The activity is matched with the appropriate skill area and stored with your portfolio dividers.

7. Q: I JUST STARTED SOMETHING CALLED CAREER PREP. DOES THIS FIT IN MY PORTFOLIO?

A: Yes, these activities are a very important part of your portfolio-building process.

8. Q: I'M NOT SURE WHAT I WANT TO DO YET IN LIFE. CAN I TAKE THIS PORTFOLIO ON A JOB INTERVIEW OR, HOW ABOUT TO A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY?

A: Excellent idea! Your portfolio says good things about you. Keep it up-to-date and you can use it the rest of your life.

9. Q: CAN MY FAMILY HELP ME COMPLETE MY PORTFOLIO?

A: Your family can and should help you. They may know good things about you that no one else knows. Ask for their help!

A portfolio helps you in several ways. Pursuing further education and preparing for a career or military service are future goals to begin working toward. Strengthening your skills today aims you in the right direction. A skill is the ability to do something well. You may be surprised at how many skills you already have.

The portfolio itself does not guarantee employment or admission to a college or the military. Some employers may ask to see your portfolio; others may not. The important thing is to know your skills and abilities. You will be prepared to discuss your skills and perhaps convince an employer to hire you or a college to admit you.

Your portfolio must prove skill in the areas of: Teamwork, Academic, and Personal Management. SEE THE APPENDIX FOR PAGES THAT WILL HELP YOU TO BETTER UNDERSTAND YOUR PORTFOLIO.

2B: MY PORTFOLIO

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2D: WHAT ARE CAREER PATHWAYS?

Career Pathways are careers that are grouped together because the people who have those careers have the same or similar skills, interests and abilities. There are many different kinds of careers in every career pathway. In Michigan we use the following six pathways: 1. ARTS AND COMMUNICATION

2. BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND TECHNOLOGY

3. ENGINEERING/MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

4. HEALTH SCIENCES

5. HUMAN SERVICES

6. NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRISCIENCE In eighth grade we will do many activities to help you decide which pathway you like best.

2E: WHAT IS AN EDP?

The initials E.D.P. stand for Educational Development Plan. It is your personal road map through your chosen Career Pathway. It is your plan to get you from where you are today to where you want to be in the future. Your EDP contains your career goals, high school classes, both required and selected, and plans for the future. FAQ’s Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can I change my mind? Of course. If you change your mind, you change your plan. Knowing how to plan is the most important part of writing your EDP

2. Who will help me write my EDP? Your family can be a great help. Talk to your parents about your future goals. Your guidance counselor, teachers, and career prep coordinator will also be happy to help you.

3. What do I do with my EDP when it is finished? It’s never finished. It is a work in progress. Keep a copy in your portfolio. Your guidance counselor will also have a copy that you will review every year. You will schedule your high school classes from your EDP. You can revise it if your career goals change.

2C: WHAT ARE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND WHY DO WE HAVE THEM?

The State of Michigan has determined that all graduates must pass certain classes in English, Math, Science and Social Studies. You also must earn a credit in Physical Education, Health, and Visual, Applied or Performing Arts, along with at least 20 online hours. Your school will also have some local requirements. Completing all of these requirements increases your options after high school and makes sure that Michigan has highly educated citizens.


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3. BUT WHAT ABOUT YOUR PERSONALITY?

DIRECTIONS: The following statements can help you identify your personal temperaments. Read the statements under each temperament. Circle YES if the statement describes pretty much how YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF. Circle NO if the statement DOES NOT DESCRIBE YOU very well at all. There are no right or wrong answers. Respond to the statements according to HOW YOU SEE YOURSELF.

A ACCURACY 1. I like to do hobbies where I have to follow directions to build something, such as sewing or building models. YES NO

2. I like school subjects where I have to follow instructions to produce something like typing, mechanical drawing, or woodshop. YES NO

3. I prefer to do things where I have to be exact in making something come out according to a plan. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

C CREATIVITY: 4. I like activities or school subjects where I can express my own ideas, such as writing papers or presenting speeches. YES NO

5. I like activities which involve art or music, such as playing an instrument, singing, dancing, or painting. YES NO

6. I prefer to do things where my own feelings, impressions, and ideas are allowed to be expressed. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

D DIRECTING 7. When my friends and I are planning an activity, I am usually the one who organizes it. YES NO 8. When I belong to a group or club, I usually try to become the leader. YES NO 9. I prefer to plan, organize, and control activities. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

E EVALUATION 10. I like school subjects where I get to develop my own solutions to problems. YES NO 11. I like activities where I use my own opinions and experiences to make decisions. YES NO 12. I prefer solving problems and making decisions with facts that other people may see differently. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

I INTERACTION 13. When I have my choice, I usually do things with other people rather than alone. YES NO 14. When a school project is assigned, I would rather work on it with others than by myself. YES NO 15. I prefer talking with people and sharing ideas. YES NO YES TOTALS ________

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3A: TEMPERAMENT SURVEY WORKSHEET

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L LOGIC 16. I like hobbies where I use information to solve problems, such as collecting insects, doing science experiments, or photography. YES NO 17. I like school subjects where I have to use knowledge and facts to solve problems, such as math and science. YES NO 18. I prefer to carefully examine and organize my facts about what I am working with. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

P PERSUASION 19. When I talk with my friends, I often try to convince them that my ideas are right. YES NO 20. In a class discussion, I enjoy choosing a point of view and defending it. YES NO 21. I prefer working with people and trying to change their beliefs and ideas about things. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

R REPETITION 22. Once I learn how to do an activity, I like to do it over and over again. YES NO 23. I enjoy doing the same things after school each day. YES NO 24. I prefer doing the same thing over and over again. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

S STRESS 25. When something unexpected happens, like a change in plans, it makes life more interesting. YES NO 26. I like situations where I am taking a risk or am under pressure to do something well. YES NO 27. I prefer work situations where I can react to something new, different, and exciting. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

V VARIETY 28. I am the kind of person who likes to change from one activity to another. YES NO 29. I do something different after school almost every day. YES NO 30. I prefer doing a lot of different kinds of work activities, often switching from one thing to another. YES NO

YES TOTALS ________

Now … please go back and count all the YES answers you circled under EACH temperament and put your total on the line under each of the ten temperaments.

Keep going … you’re doing great!

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3B: TEMPERAMENTS CHART


Now record your scores from the previous two pages on this Temperaments Chart by putting a check ( ) under the 0-1, 2, or 3 column FOR EACH OF THE TEN TEMPERAMENTS.

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A ACCURACY You would be exact and would follow established rules and specifications to meet set limits, tolerances, or standards. CAN YOU FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS?

C CREATIVITY You would express your own original ideas to produce something new. CAN YOU CREATE A PAINTING, A HAIR STYLE, AN EDITORIAL, A DANCE ROUTINE, OR A SONG?

D DIRECTING You would plan and organize work and give instructions to others. CAN YOU HANDLE RESPONSIBILITY?

E EVALUATION You would make decisions and/or judgments based on your five senses (seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, touching) and/or past experiences. FOR EXAMPLE, FLORISTS USE THEIR SENSES OF SIGHT AND SMELL TO DECIDE WHICH ARRANGEMENT IS MOST PLEASING.

I INTERACTION You would have to deal cooperatively and effectively with people. CAN YOU GET ALONG WELL WITH OTHERS?

L LOGIC You would use logical step-by-step procedures to complete tasks or analyze and solve problems based upon accurate information. FOR EXAMPLE, A CHEMIST SCIENTIFICALLY TESTS HONEY TO DETERMINE ITS SUGAR CONTENT.

P PERSUASION You would work at convincing people that a product or idea is right for them. CAN YOU SELL OR INFLUENCE OTHERS?

R REPETITION You would work at the same task for long periods of time. CAN YOU DO THE SAME THING OVER AND OVER?

S STRESS You would have to take risks and react effectively to unexpected events. CAN YOU KEEP CALM AND PERFORM WELL UNDER PRESSURE?

V VARIETY You would use different skills at different times to do different things. CAN YOU BE FLEXIBLE?

After you have recorded your answers, look at the temperaments for which you had a check ( ) under the #3 column and select your FOUR MOST IMPORTANT TEMPERAMENTS. Record your first, second, third, and fourth choice of TEMPERAMENT LETTERS AND THEIR NAMES below. You will record these temperament letters on your Occupational Information System Inventory Worksheet.

1ST CHOICE ___________ 2ND CHOICE _____________ 3RD CHOICE ____________ 4TH CHOICE __________

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4. HOW DO YOU FIND OUT ABOUT CAREERS?

4A: CAREER FACT SHEET

DIRECTIONS: Using computer and online research links (www.bls.gov; www.asvabprogram.com; www.mi.gov/careers; www.actstudent.org; www.jobprofiles.org) answer the following questions about one of your career choices.

1. CAREER TITLE: ________________________________________________________________________________

2. NATURE OF THE OCCUPATION (general duties and responsibilities):

1. ____________________________________________ 6. _______________________________________

2. ____________________________________________ 7. _______________________________________

3. ____________________________________________ 8. _______________________________________

4. ____________________________________________ 9. _______________________________________

5. ____________________________________________ 10. _______________________________________

3. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

a. _____________________________________________ f. ________________________________________

b. _____________________________________________ g. ________________________________________

c. _____________________________________________ h. ________________________________________

d. _____________________________________________ i. ________________________________________

e. _____________________________________________ j. ________________________________________

4. WORKING CONDITIONS: Check ( ) appropriate items.

___ Indoors ___ Office ___ Dirty ___ Work Alone

___ Outdoors ___ Factory ___ Clean ___ Work With Others

___ Combination ___ Retail ___ Noisy ___ Hazardous Waste

___ Quiet ___ Wear Uniforms ___ _________________ ___ ____________________

5. WORK SCHEDULE: Check ( ) appropriate items.

___ Regular Hours (Monday - Friday) ___ Number of Days Worked Each Week

___ Paid Overtime Often Required ___ Working Time and Days Vary From Week to Week

___ Unpaid Overtime Often Required ___ Weekend Work Required Regularly

___ Primarily Night Work ___ Weekend Work Required Periodically

6. SPECIFIC WORKER REQUIREMENTS: (List at least 8.)

You should be able to:

1. _____________________________________ 5. ___________________________________________

2. _____________________________________ 6. ___________________________________________

3. _____________________________________ 7. ___________________________________________

4. _____________________________________ 8. ___________________________________________

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7. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES INVOLVED MOST OF THE WORKING TIME: Check ( ) appropriate items.

___ Standing ___ Balancing ___ Carrying ___ Sitting ___ Bending Over ___ Pushing ___ Walking ___ Kneeling ___ Feeling ___ Climbing ___ Crouching ___ Fingering/Keying ___ Lifting ___ Crawling ___ Dexterity ___ Kicking 8. EDUCATIONAL OR TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: a. What levels or types of education are usually needed to enter this occupation? Check ( ) appropriate

items. ____ Less than High School ____ Bachelor’s Degree (4-5 years) ____ High School ____ Master’s Degree (5-6 years) ____ One-Year Certificate ____ Professional Degree (7-10 years) ____ Associate’s Degree (2 years)

b. What school subjects are helpful in preparing for this occupation?

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9. EXPERIENCE AND METHODS OF ENTRY:

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________________________________________ _____________________________________________ 10. EARNINGS: Check ( ) appropriate items. ___ Pays on hourly basis ___ Pays on salary basis ___ Pays on piece work basis ___ Range of pay for the job is: _________ minimum per ________ _________ maximum per ________ _________ average per ________

Please complete the average yearly beginning salary for most workers in this occupation: $______________ per year EMPLOYEE/FRINGE BENEFITS OFFERED (Part of earnings): Check ( ) appropriate items. ___ Group Life Insurance - Company paid? ____ ___ Medical/Hospital Insurance - Company paid? ____ ___ Profit-sharing plan ___ Stock-sharing plan ___ Bonuses ___ Paid Holidays ___ Paid Vacation Time ___ Sick Leave Time: ___ days per year; ___ maximum accumulation ___ Company Retirement Plan to Supplement Social Security ___ Opportunities for Advancement 11. EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK: a. Nationally, the employment of workers in this occupation is expected to grow: ___ more slowly than average ___ average ___ faster than average ___ much faster than average

b. In Michigan, the employment of workers in this occupation is expected to grow: ___ more slowly than average ___ average ___ faster than average ___ much faster than average

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4B. WORKER INTERVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE - JOB-SHADOWING

Below is a questionnaire you can take with you to your job-shadowing and fill out as you talk to your job-shadowing host (mentor).

Student Name _____________________________________ Date _________________________ Name of Worker ___________________________ Job Title _______________________ Company Name______________________________________________________________ Phone Number ___________________________ Arrival Time _____________________ Directions to Site ____________________________________________________________ Specific Instructions _________________________________________________________ 1. Describe your job. __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 2. What tools or special equipment do you use? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 3. How did you get interested in your line of work? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 4. What academic skills do you use on your job? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________

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5. What do you like most about your job? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 6. What type of person would dislike doing your job? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 7. What are your hobbies or other special interests? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 8. How much education/training does your job require? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 9. Did you have other jobs that helped prepare you for the job you have now? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ 10. What is the most important thing I should be doing now to prepare me for this

career? __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________

REMEMBER to keep updating your portfolio. This would be a great item to keep!

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4C: DECLARING A CAREER PATHWAY

Previously, you have: learned about yourself, your interests, and abilities. examined careers that match your interests and abilities. researched specific occupations. discovered that gender does not limit your options. acquired job-seeking skills.

Now, you need to apply this information in the selection of a Career Pathway. All oc-cupations can be categorized into 6 general Career Pathways and 22 specific Career Path-ways. A representative list follows of the 22 specific Career Pathways. The classes that are recommended and required for each pathway are listed in the EDP4 computer program and are available in your counselor’s office and your enrollment information. An explanation of each specific Career Pathway can be found in the Appendix.

1. ARTS AND COMMUNICATION 1.1 Graphics, Printing, and Visual Imaging 1.2 Radio, Television, and Theater Arts 1.3 Social Sciences 1.4 Mathematics 1.5 Sciences 1.6 Physical Education 1.7 Pre-Professional 1.8 Fine and Performing Arts and Humanities 1.9 Communication

2. BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND TECHNOLOGY

2.1 Accounting and Finance 2.2 Administrative/Management Support 2.3 Computer Systems Support 2.4 Marketing

3. ENGINEERING/MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

3.1 Construction 3.2 Engineering and Science Technicians 3.3 Manufacturing, Production, and Related 3.4 Service Technician

4. HEALTH SCIENCES

4.1 Heath Therapeutic/Diagnostic

5. HUMAN SERVICES 5.1 Child Care Services 5.2 Cosmetology 5.3 Hospitality and Food Services 5.4 Public Safety 5.5 Personal Service Trades-Related Technologies

6. NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRISCIENCE 6.1 Natural Resources and Agriscience

NOW THAT YOU HAVE REVIEWED ALL THE CAREER PATHWAYS, COMPLETE THE WORKSHEET ON THE NEXT PAGE. YOU CAN USE IT TO COMPLETE YOUR OFFICIAL EDP OR USE THE FORM PROVIDED BY YOUR SCHOOL.

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5. THEY CAN’T DO THAT...OR CAN THEY?

WHAT ARE SOME PROBLEMS WITH NON-TRADITIONAL OCCUPATIONS?

While non-traditional occupations offer many opportunities and advantages for men and women, there are problems that may arise for non-traditional workers.

Occupational Segregation Occupational segregation, the separation of sexes because of job requirements, still exists in the American workplace. Women are the dominant gender in only 20 of 440 Department of Labor job classifications. In 187 occupations, 90% of the workforce consists of one gender. Currently, 11% of women workers are in non-traditional jobs.

Social and Cultural Isolation Many people still hold to the belief that there is "men's work" and "women's work." Results of stereotyping can include the isolation of the non-traditional student or worker by family, friends, and co-workers.

Sexual Harassment The 1964 Civil Rights Act protects workers from sexual harassment, both by employers and co-workers. Any unwelcome behavior that is sexual in nature is considered sexual harassment.

5A: NON-TRADITIONAL OCCUPATIONS

WHY CONSIDER A NON-TRADITIONAL OCCUPATION?

Career Opportunities Non-traditional jobs usually offer workers greater job mobility, independence, transferable skills, on-the-job training, and career growth.

Job Rewards Many people in non-traditional occupations find the work fulfilling, challenging, and satisfying. Many enjoy the financial rewards and independence.

Pay and Benefits Non-traditional jobs have, in the past, provided workers with higher wages and better benefits than traditional jobs. Women in traditional jobs are earning 64% to 70% of male salaries. When girls choose not to take math and science courses, they cut future opportunities. Many times males are promoted more rapidly in non-traditional fields than if they would

have chosen a traditional career.

Cost of Living/Need to Work Changes in society have dictated that more and more women leave the home for employment. About half of all married couples have both husband and wife working. 16% of American households are headed by women. The average woman can expect to spend 29 years of her life working. Two out of three persons entering the workforce will be women.

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5. THEY CAN’T DO THAT...OR CAN THEY?

HOW CAN AN INDIVIDUAL ENTER A NON-TRADITIONAL OCCUPATION?

People who wish to prepare for a non-traditional occupation must take the same steps as those considering any other career.

Examine Personal Interests and Aptitudes Explore non-traditional occupations. Talk to people you know who are in non-traditional occupations to learn from them the

rewards/difficulties they have experienced in choosing a non-traditional career.

Study the Local Job Market There are many local sources to help determine labor market demands and the potential for employability of non-traditional students and workers. Those interested in non-traditional employment should visit local firms and talk to employees about potential job openings and training requirements. In addition, OIS provides current labor market information.

Acquire Skills Through Career-Technical Education (CTE) You can get skills needed to enter and succeed in some non-traditional occupations through career-technical programs offered by your high school.

Apprenticeship programs are gaining popularity among women and offer attractive "earn while you learn" benefits.

Many community colleges provide specialized programs designed to assist non-traditional students with tuition, counseling, support groups, child care, etc.

Acquire Skills Through A Community Classrooms Program You can acquire additional information about community classrooms from the Appendix for:

Job-Shadowing Mentorship Field Experience Internship Externship School-To-Apprenticeship

In conclusion, non-traditional occupations provide people opportunities to grow personally, professionally, and economically. Stereotypes hamper progress and strain personal relationships. With a more thorough understanding of non-traditional occupations, people will feel a greater respect for the pioneers who face the world as non-traditional.

5B: GENDER EQUITY FOR STUDENTS

A B I L L O F R I G H T S

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

1. Enroll in any course or program regardless of your gender.

2. Be treated equitably in terms of course requirements and how you meet those requirements.

3. Learn about the contributions that people of your gender have made to the field you're studying.

4. Hear language that is nonsexist, including words that refer to persons of both genders.

5. Ask questions regardless of your gender.

6. Face consequences according to the nature of an offense, rather than on the basis of gender.

7. Receive both praise for your accomplishments and constructive criticism for improving work without regard to gender.

8. Pursue your studies free of sexual harassment from other students or faculty.

9. Be considered for any job without regard to your gender.

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6. DO YOU KNOW HOW TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION?

6A: TIPS FOR FILLING OUT AN APPLICATION

Once you have an idea of where you would like to work, one of the first things you will need to do is to fill out an application.

Employers get a lot more from an application than facts and numbers. They check: neatness writing and reading skills spelling and grammar organizational skills

The application is one more chance for you to keep your name in the "prospective employee" file.

Treat the application with the respect that it demands and don't do a sloppy job!

Always print in blue ink. (Carry a pen.)

Don't forget to carry with you your pocket resume (page 28) containing all the im-portant facts about yourself.

Read every line and follow instructions carefully. If you are careful about this when you fill out your application, the interviewer will probably conclude that you are a careful worker, too.

Be neat. Print clearly so that it can be easily read.

Ask what is meant by abbreviations on the application if you don't know them.

List all types of education, experience, on-the-job training, job-shadowing, internship, externship experience, or hobbies that have given you skills for any type of work. Have dates, addresses, and names available.

Describe your previous work experience accurately and completely. Employers look for applications with skills, abilities, and experience. If you had a paper route, did babysitting, or did odd jobs, you should include these as well. Be sure to list the different types of machines and/or equipment you have operated.

If you have any special license or belong to a trade union or youth club, include that information.

Answer all questions on an application with the proper information. Do not write "see resume", even if you are going to attach one.

Go on to the next page to learn more about applications.

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Be prepared to have three personal references with name, address, phone number, and job title. References should be used only with permission from that person. Call and alert this person that he/she may be getting a call.

Try to present the application in person to a management individual and dress accordingly.

Make sure you fill out the application. Employers want to know how well you read and write, not how well your friend or parents can write.

Think before you write to avoid mistakes.

If you do make a mistake, draw one line threw through it. Don’t blotch it out!

Put something in every space. The employer needs to know that you did read it, but it just doesn't fit your situation. If it doesn't apply, put "N/A" (this means it does not apply to you) or draw a line - - - in each box.

Follow all directions printed on the application. Show the employer that you can do what is expected of you.

Be as specific as possible with all of your answers.

Salary desired? Do not pin yourself down to a dollar figure. You may: oversell yourself and the employer will think you are too expensive. undersell yourself and ask for less than the employer was planning on

paying for that position. The best answers are:

"flexible" "negotiable" "open" "starting salary"

What you are saying with this type of answer is, "We'll talk about it later." You will probably come out ahead in the long run with answers like these.

Spell correctly. If you don't know how to spell a word, pick another word with the same meaning.

"What special skills or abilities do you have to offer?" Many applications ask a question like this one. DO NOT leave it blank! It is your chance to shine above everybody else. Practice a couple of short sentences that reflect a good image of you. If you haven't had a lot of work experiences, refer to a good work attitude, reliability, accuracy, etc. Pick whatever makes you look best, but be honest.

Be neat and accurate. This simple piece of paper paints a pretty good picture of you. So take advantage of this and make sure it paints the best picture possible.

Be honest. Don't give false information. Employers do follow through and check most of the information given on an application. Putting false information on an application is the quickest way to get your application placed in the inactive file.

7. Has Pat gone to a trade or business school? ____ Yes ____ No ____ Maybe 8. Has Chris ever gone to college? ____ Yes ____ No ____ Maybe 9. If you were the boss, which candidate would you hire? ____ Pat ____ Chris Give four reasons why. a. b. c. d.

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6B: RATING THE CANDIDATES


Pat Chris 1. Which candidate appears to be a more organized person?

2. Which candidate would do the most accurate work?

3. Which candidate would do the neatest work?

4. Which candidate follows directions better?

5. Which candidate planned ahead and was ready to apply for this job?

6. Would it be easier to contact Pat's or Chris's past employers?

DIRECTIONS: ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES ARE TWO COMPLETED APPLICATIONS. TAKE A CRITICAL LOOK AND SEE HOW THEY MEASURE UP! THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AS BEST YOU CAN USING THE INFORMATION ON PAT AND CHRIS'S APPLICATIONS.

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APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT Failure to fill out this form completely may result in rejection.

Date of Application: October 15, 2010 GENERAL

NAME OF APPLICANT: (Last) Eckert (First) Pat (Middle) A

MAILING ADDRESS: 4603 Mott St. APT:

CITY: Anywhere STATE: MI ZIP: 49003 NUMBER OF YEARS AT ADDRESS: 17

TELEPHONE: ( 517 ) 555-1234 SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 123 - 45 - 6789

POSITION(S) APPLIED FOR: Dental Assistant FULL-TIME PART-TIME

ARE YOU 18-YEARS-OF-AGE OR OLDER: YES NO

EDUCATION

HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSI-TIES ATTENDED LOCATION DEGREE

RECEIVED MAJOR MINOR

Rawhide High School 270 Fremont St. Rawhide, MI 49001

Diploma pending 6/11

Health Sciences N/A

County Careers Center 366 Hawman St. Anywhere, MI 49003

Pending 6/11 Medical Occupations

N/A

N/A

N/A

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY List most recent first

EMPLOYER: Willard Smith ADDRESS: 76 Ranch Drive CITY: Anywhere STATE: MI ZIP: 49003

DATES EMPLOYED FROM? 1/ 27 / 09 TO: Present TYPE OF WORK: Baby Sitting

SUPERVISOR: Willard Smith REASON FOR LEAVING: N/A

SALARY: $ 2.00 hr or yr ARE YOU PRESENTLY UNDER CONTRACT: YES NO IF YES, WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE? N/A

PROBATION/TENURE STATUS: FIRST-YEAR PROBATIONARY SECOND-YEAR PROBATIONARY

N/A THIRD-YEAR PROBATIONARY NON PROBATION/TENURE

EMPLOYER: Farmers Corn Co

ADDRESS: Box 100 CITY: Somewhere STATE: MI ZIP: 49002

DATES EMPLOYED FROM? 06/15/08 TO: 08/15/08 TYPE OF WORK: Detasseling

SUPERVISOR: John Baker REASON FOR LEAVING: Seasonal work

SALARY: $ 5.00 hr or yr ARE YOU PRESENTLY UNDER CONTRACT: YES NO IF YES, WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE? N/A



EMPLOYER: N/A

ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP:

DATES EMPLOYED FROM? TO: TYPE OF WORK:

SUPERVISOR: REASON FOR LEAVING: SALARY: $ hr or yr ARE YOU PRESENTLY UNDER CONTRACT: YES NO IF YES, WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE?


THIRD-YEAR PROBATIONARY NON PROBATION/TENURE

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ARE YOU A LEGAL U.S. CITIZEN?

YES NO

IS THERE ANY REASON WHY YOU COULDN’T WORK THE REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE AND UNDER PRESCRIBED WORKING CONDITIONS?

YES NO IF YES, PLEASE GIVE DETAILS:

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY OR HAVE FELONY CHARGES PENDING?


SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: First aid/CPR course

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

SPECIALIZED SKILLS

Machines/Programs Other (Explain)

Type 40 wpm

Computer Calculator Publisher Do insurance forms

Fax machine Excel Word

Copy machine PowerPoint

REFERENCES

NAME: Samuel Goldwyne PHONE: ( 517 ) 555-5678

BUSINESS: Pastor YEARS ACQUAINTED: 8 ADDRESS: 421 Archer St. Rawhide, MI 49001

NAME: Martin Newan PHONE: ( 517 ) 555-1357

BUSINESS: School Counselor YEARS ACQUAINTED: 2 ADDRESS: 270 Fremont St. Rawhide, MI 49001

NAME: Rachel Martin, D.D.S. PHONE: ( 517 ) 555-2468

BUSINESS: Dentist YEARS ACQUAINTED: 3 ADDRESS: 96 Weston St. Anywhere, MI 49003

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Date of Application____________________

GENERAL

NAME OF APPLICANT: (Last) Smothers (First) Chris (Middle) A

MAILING ADDRESS: 1222 1/2 Willa St. APT:

CITY: Rawhide STATE: MI ZIP: NUMBER OF YEARS AT ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE: ( ) 555-4200 SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

POSITION(S) APPLIED FOR: Welder FULL-TIME PART-TIME


EDUCATION

HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED LOCATION DEGREE


Mayhew High School

RAWHIDE, MI Diploma

RAWHIDE Trade School

RAWHIDE, MI Welding


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EMPLOYER: Crab Tree Lawn Service ADDRESS: CITY: Colon STATE: MI ZIP: 49003

DATES EMPLOYED FROM? 8/1/09 TO: 9/1/10 TYPE OF WORK: mowing

SUPERVISOR: Robert Crabtree REASON FOR LEAVING: Too hard of work

SALARY: $ 4.25 hr or yr ARE YOU PRESENTLY UNDER CONTRACT: YES NO IF YES, WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE?



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GENERAL INFORMATION


YES NO


YES NO IF YES, PLEASE GIVE EXPLAIN: bad feet



SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:


SPECIALIZED SKILLS


Computer Calculator Publisher


Copy machine PowerPoint

REFERENCES

NAME: Grace smith PHONE: ( )

BUSINESS: housewife YEARS ACQUAINTED: 10 ADDRESS: waterloo, mi

NAME: Buck smothers sr. PHONE: ( )

BUSINESS: doesn’t work YEARS ACQUAINTED: 18 ADDRESS: 1222 1/2 willow st.

NAME: Mrs. Sanders PHONE: ( )

BUSINESS: restaurant YEARS ACQUAINTED: 1 ADDRESS: sanders restaurant

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6C: POCKET REFERENCES

Below is an example of a pocket resume. It is meant to be filled out and carried in your pocket or purse. It is not intended to be given to an employer in place of an actual resume. PRACTICE ON THE SAMPLE BELOW; THEN COMPLETE THE "REAL" POCKET REFERENCES LOCATED IN THE APPENDIX. You will have the necessary information when you fill out an application.

EDUCATION: Name____________________________________ Address__________________________________ City, State, Zip___________________________ Phone (____)__________ Years______to______

Name____________________________________ Address__________________________________ City, State, Zip___________________________ Phone (____)__________ Years______to______

Name____________________________________ Address__________________________________ City, State, Zip___________________________ Phone (____)__________ Years______to______

PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT (and/or volunteerism if applicable): Employer Name___________________________ Address__________________________________ Phone (___)_________Dates __/__/__to__/__/__ Supervisor________________________________ Title/Duties_______________________________

Employer Name___________________________ Address__________________________________ Phone (___)_________Dates __/__/__to__/__/__ Supervisor________________________________ Title/Duties_______________________________

Employer Name___________________________ Address__________________________________ Phone (___)_________Dates __/__/__to__/__/__ Supervisor________________________________ Title/Duties_______________________________

SPECIAL SKILLS:__________________________ __________________________________________ ______________________________________

HOBBIES & INTERESTS:___________________ __________________________________________

ACTIVITIES/AWARDS: ____________________ __________________________________________

DRIVER'S LICENSE #:_______________________ E-MAIL:____________________________________

REFERENCES (as many as possible) (should be a non-related adult with a job who knows you well): Name_____________________________________ Company _______________Title ___________ Address___________________________________ City, State, Zip____________________________ Phone H:(_____)_________ W:(_____)__________ Yrs. Aqtd. _______

Name_____________________________________ Company ______________Title ___________ Address___________________________________ City, State, Zip____________________________ Phone H:(_____)_________ W:(_____)__________ Yrs. Aqtd. _______

Name_____________________________________ Company ________________ Title ___________ Address___________________________________ City, State, Zip____________________________ Phone H:(_____)_________ W:(_____)__________ Yrs. Aqtd. _______

Name_____________________________________ Company ________________ Title ___________ Address___________________________________ City, State, Zip____________________________ Phone H:(_____)_________ W:(_____)__________ Yrs. Aqtd. _______ OTHER INFORMATION: ______________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________

HARD-TO-SPELL WORDS: ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ _____________________

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6D: APPLICATION CHECKLIST

It's your turn. There is a sample application on the following pages for you to fill out.

USE THE POCKET REFERENCES YOU JUST COMPLETED TO FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. THEN, CHECK YOUR FINAL COPY AGAINST THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

_____ Printed in blue ink

_____ Was neat

_____ Made no spelling errors

_____ Followed directions on the application

_____ Completed each item. Used "N/A" where appropriate

_____ Put job history in correct order, including dates

_____ Signed and dated application

_____ Checked that all information was accurate and complete,

including addresses, zip codes, and area codes

_____ Included complete references

_____ Painted a very good picture of ME

6E: APPLICATION ESSAYS

Many applications include an essay. This is a way for an employer, scholarship evaluator or admissions counselor to get a better picture of you and your skills. Answer the following questions as practice for application essays. Choose whether they are employment essays or higher education essays. 1. Why should I hire you (or admit you to the university or give you this

scholarship)? Be specific as to your talents and what you can bring to the company.

2. Why are you applying for this job? (Or scholarship or college admission).

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Date of Application____________________

GENERAL

NAME OF APPLICANT: (Last) (First) (Middle)

MAILING ADDRESS: APT:

CITY: STATE: ZIP: NUMBER OF YEARS AT ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE: ( ) SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

POSITION(S) APPLIED FOR: FULL-TIME PART-TIME


EDUCATION

HIGH SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED LOCATION DEGREE


6F: BLANK APPLICATION

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EMPLOYER:



SUPERVISOR: REASON FOR LEAVING:

SALARY: $ hr or yr ARE YOU PRESENTLY UNDER CONTRACT: YES NO IF YES, WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE?



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SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:


REFERENCES

NAME: PHONE: ( )

BUSINESS: YEARS ACQUAINTED: ADDRESS:

NAME: PHONE: ( )


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Be prepared to fill out the following standard forms that are required by businesses when they hire employees before they start to work.

Work Permit

If you are under 18-years-of-age, your employer may be required, depending on which state you live in, to have a Work Permit on file before you begin to work. There are some exceptions to this rule for education related work experience. Check with your Career Prep Coordinator. You will be sent by the employer to your local high school to pick up a work permit and complete Part II (see below). You will give the Work Permit to your employer to complete and keep on file.

PRACTICE COMPLETING YOUR PART OF THE WORK PERMIT ON THE SAMPLE BELOW:

Did You Know? Many employers, receptionists, or secretaries watch you

fill out their application. They watch to see if you are organized, neat , accurate, and efficient. BE PREPARED!

6G: EMPLOYMENT FORMS


W-4

Once you enter employment, you are:

1. Volunteering to comply with income tax laws. 2. Agreeing to contribute to your tax liability on a pay-as-you-go basis. 3. Deciding how much money your employer should withhold from each paycheck.

Your employer uses the withholding information you provide on the W-4 forms to take money from your pay and send it to the state and federal governments in your name so that your taxes are paid. You will file an income tax return every year by April 15th to pay any additional money you owe or to receive any money you overpaid during the previous year.

PRACTICE COMPLETING YOUR PART OF THE MICHIGAN (STATE) AND FEDERAL W-4 FORMS

ON THE FOLLOWING SAMPLES:

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I-9

Two pieces of identification are required to verify that you are eligible to work in the United States. Always take appropriate ID with you when you are applying for work.

Note: Other documents are also accepted but not listed above, since most workers are usually able to show identification from the above examples. Ask the employer what else is acceptable if you cannot provide identification from the above lists.

Note: If you lose any of these documents, what do you think you would have to do to replace them?

You must present one document from the following:

driver's license school picture ID card US Military dependent card state-issued photo ID card

Plus one additional ID from the following:

social security card birth certificate

You may apply for these documents at: Secretary of State’s Office Local high school Military Reserve Station Secretary of State’s Office U.S. Post Office Social Security Administration County Clerk’s Office

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7. SELF-EVALUATION AND FAMILY FOCUS

7A. PORTFOLIO DOCUMENT EVALUATION

NOW IS THE TIME TO BEGIN TO EVALUATE WHAT YOU'VE INCLUDED IN YOUR PORTFOLIO. Select a document that you wish to include in your portfolio. Then, complete the following:

Name _____________________________________________________ Date _________________ School ____________________________________________________ Grade ________________ 1. DESCRIPTION OF DOCUMENT: _______________________________________________________

2. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES DOES THIS DOCUMENT MEET? Check the specific skills which you learned or exhibited in this document.

TEAMWORK Know and follow the team's rules and values

Participate on a team as a leader or contributor

Listen to others Express ideas and accept constructive criticism

Value individuals of differing backgrounds

Ask for help when needed Acknowledge contributions and recognize successes

Acquire conflict resolution skills

ACADEMIC Communication

Read and understand written materials

Write in the language of your career path

Speak in the language of your career path

Demonstrate active listening skills

Demonstrate effective presentation skills

Mathematics Apply basic math skills to

solve problems Create and interpret charts

and graphs Science and Technology

Understand basic business principles

Understand the basic science of your career path

Use the tools and equipment of your career path

Problem-Solving Recognize problems Use appropriate methods and

resources to solve problems

PERSONAL MANAGEMENT Responsibility

Produce quality work Demonstrate initiative Be accountable for your own

actions Attend school/work daily and

on time Meet school/work deadlines

Organization Pay attention to detail Follow written and verbal

instructions and directions Prioritize and complete tasks

Flexibility Learn new skills and view

change as an opportunity Be willing to compromise Identify and suggest additional

ways to complete job Career Development

Know personal strengths and weaknesses

Develop career plans Pursue personal improvement Demonstrate job search skills

3. IN YOUR OWN WORDS, EXPLAIN HOW THIS DOCUMENT DEMONSTRATES THE SKILLS

WHICH YOU CHECKED ABOVE: ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

As you finish your first year of high school, it is time to re-evaluate your career goals and solidify some decisions. Review the Career Pathways and your EDP. Check your portfolio and determine if you are documenting your skills, interests and career goals. Remember...items you choose to include should show growth, be of

your best quality, accurately reflect your talents, and be representative of all three general portfolio areas. Then sit down with your family, update your EDP, and complete the last pages of this Unit together. You will then be ready to make the most of your remaining years in high school and set the stage for a successful life!

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7B: CAREER GOALS & PERSONAL STRENGTHS WORKSHEET

PLEASE REVIEW THIS UNIT TOGETHER WITH YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN. LIST YOUR CAREER GOALS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS BELOW, AND DISCUSS YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS AND AREAS TO FOCUS ON.

WHAT ARE MY CAREER GOALS: 1. 2. 3.

WHAT ARE MY STRENGTHS AND INTERESTS: 1. 2. 3.

STRENGTHS AND INTERESTS NOTICED: 1. 2. 3.

AFTER LOOKING AT THE CAREER GOALS, STRENGTHS, AND INTERESTS OF YOUR CHILD, WHAT AREAS SHOULD BE FOCUSED ON, IN YOUR OPINION (SUCH AS CLASSES, PART-TIME JOBS, ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS, ETC.): 1. 2. 3.

STUDENT INSIGHT:

PARENT / GUARDIAN COMMENTS:

7C: PATHWAY DECLARATION

I declare to follow the Career Pathway, focusing on the _________________________ occupational area.

OR I declare to change my Career Pathway from to focusing on the occupational area. I AGREE TO WORK ON MY GOALS AND FOCUS ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

__________ _________ Student Signature Date

I AGREE TO SUPPORT YOU IN YOUR GOALS AND TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR HIGHEST POTENTIAL: ______________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date

PLEASE COMPLETE THE CHECKLIST ON THE NEXT PAGE WITH YOUR TEACHER, BUSINESS PARTNER, AND GUIDANCE COUNSELOR.


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Initial ________

7D: UNIT 7 - 8 - 9 CHECKLIST

I have many skills and talents including: I understand a portfolio allows me to show people my skills and talents. I have begun to save documents to include in my portfolio. I have begun to think about my future and am interested in these areas: The reasons people work include: EDP stands for: It is my __________ for my future and contains goals, a career pathway, and some specific classes and activities. In 8th grade I plan to: I know my temperaments and they include: The careers I have researched are: 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ An entrepreneur is: _____________________________________________________ I learned that I (circle one) would / would not like to become an entrepreneur. By job shadowing I learned: My EDP is completed, signed and turned in. The personal factors most important to me for my future are:

I understand the gender equity and non-traditional career opportunities. I understand how to complete an application. I have my pocket references ready for use. I understand how to complete employment forms and what they are used for.

Indicate by initialing and completing the information below that you have read, discussed, completed and understand Units 7 - 8 - 9.

PRINT NAME:

Portfolio Contents Completed (check the sections you have updated)

Evidence of Skill Areas

____ Academic ____ Teamwork ____ Personal Management ____ Attendance Business Partner Date Teacher Date

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Documents

Career Preparation Workbook Unit 7 - 8 - 9.pdf