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Take this Job and Love It!
High schoolers need to be prepared to enter the job market during or after high school. Here are six preparational activities geared at getting those kids ready to enter the job market. They conduct research on various jobs, learn...
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Teen Jobs: How to Find, Get, and Keep Employment
A five-day lesson on getting and keeping a job; what could be more beneficial to a young adult? They'll discuss how to locate a job, pick up and fill out an application, and nail the all important job interview. Resume writing,...
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Resume Writing
Having a good resume is often times the first impression one makes on a new employer. Help the class discover their business skills by showing them how to prepare a great resume and cover letter. Each step along with concrete examples of...
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Resume Writing Workbook for Phys Ed Majors
Although labeled for Phys Ed majors, the advice and information in this workbook could apply to a job search in any field. The section detailing the purpose for and content of a resume is followed by worksheets, a list of resume action...
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Youth Resume Worksheet: Resume Writing
Are you dependable? An independent thinker? Do you work well with others? Prepare your pupils for the summer job quest with a richly detailed worksheet that not only leads them through the process of creating a resume, but also explains...
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The Resume Workbook for High School Students
A 30-page fill-in-the-blank resume workbook walks job seekers through 10 steps to create a finished resume. Activities target uncovering skills and special talents, setting job objectives, preparing for an interview, and drafting the...
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Resume Writing for Teens 9-12
Students create their own resumes. In this vocational-education lesson plan, students study the purpose of resumes and what is typically included on such a document. Then students follow a template to create their own resume. Business...
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Entrepreneurship: Is it for me?
Students get an introduction to entrepreneurship and business plans in the first lesson of this series. They attempt to determine what personal factors to consider in deciding if the time is right to become an entrepreneur.
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Writing an Effective Resume
Rating prospective teacher candidates based on sample resumes opens this discussion of effective business communication. After generating a list of interview candidates based on their resumes, pupils justify their choices. A study of...
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Hire Me, I’m Nice: Writing a Resume
Students explore the classified ads for employment opportunities and create a resume. In this resume writing lesson students choose a specific job, they must determine what kind of experience, education, etc. they must have to acquire...
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Writing a Resume
Students select an occupation to pursue and write a resume to get the job. In this resume writing lesson plan, students brainstorm about their skills for their ideal job. Students research the occupation and then write a resume for the job.
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Resume
Students create a resume for themselves using a Microsoft Word template. Students view and evaluate sample resumes and complete a worksheet to determine the information they should include in the resume they complete for themselves.
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The Write Stuff to Get the Job
Students conduct Internet research to determine how to properly create a cover letter, resume and follup-letter. Students then create their own letters and resumes using the Resume Wizard in Microsoft Word.
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Writing The Resume: Skills And Accomplishments
Students spend time listing the things they are good at. In this exercise, there are no limits; students are encouraged to list all types of skills. They focus on those skills and accomplishments that are directly related to their job...
Amby Duncan-Carr
Amby: Resume Samples & Resume Worksheets
Do you need to see a resume example? Use the resume worksheets and examples to get your resume started.
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Career One Stop
Are you looking for an in-depth site about career topics? This site has a variety of resources on topics such as resumes, applying for jobs, college research, potential employers, and federal employment regulations.
Colorado State University
Colorado State Writing Center: Introduction to Resume Writing
An introductory guide to creating, drafting, and revising a resume. Also includes several nodes for further information, such as writing purpose, audience, organization, and even a checklist.
Online Writing Lab at Purdue University
Purdue University Owl: Resume Design
This guide outlines critical issues in designing your resume, including "the quadrant test" and information on layout, serif fonts, and sans-serif fonts. Also includes a PDF file as a sample.
Online Writing Lab at Purdue University
Purdue University Owl: Resumes 4: Scannable Resumes
Gives definition, descriptions, guidelines, and a sample scannable resume that you can compare to a traditional resume.
REMC Association of Michigan
Remc Association of Michigan: 21 Things4 Students: 16. Career Prep
In this learning module, students complete six Quests. They begin by exploring their personality, skills, and interests. Next, they will explore careers that fit their profile, create employability documents, create an online portfolio,...
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: 15 Tips for Writing Winning Resumes
The thought of writing a resume intimidates almost anyone. It's difficult to know where to start or what to include. It can seem like an insurmountable task. Here are 15 tips to help you not only tackle the task, but also write a winning...
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: Perfect Your Resume
The resume is an essential part of the job search process. Once you find the perfect employer, you must send them a resume that makes you look like the perfect employee. Online resources can help, whether you have 20 years of experience...
Amby Duncan-Carr
Amby: Resume Comparison Chart
Are you having a difficult time deciding on the type of resume to use? Use the resume comparison chart to weigh your options.
Amby Duncan-Carr
Amby: Basic Principles of Resume Writing
Are you looking for the resume basics? Explore resume tips to help you create a resume to get a job.