Job Skills Lesson Plan Job Skills Lesson Plan
Unlock Your Potential • Tier 3 Individual Instruction
TOTAL TIME
120 Minutes
Why This Lesson?
This lesson is crucial for empowering the student with the confidence and tools needed to achieve his career aspirations and foster independence, leading to a more fulfilling and independent life.
Learning Objective
To provide an adult male with disabilities with foundational knowledge and practical strategies for securing, maintaining, and advancing in employment.
Preparation
Review all lesson documents and the "Your Job Journey" slide deck.
Prepare a quiet, comfortable environment for 1-on-1 instruction.
Set up a whiteboard/large paper for brainstorming.
Print student worksheets and assessments.
Materials Needed
Your Job Journey Slides
Essential Job Skills Reading
Student Worksheets & Guides
Whiteboard & Markers
Instructional Sequence
10 min
Warm Up: Dream Job Starter
Reflect on personal interests and curiosity about specific job roles. Use the Warm Up sheet to guide discussion.
05 min
Introduction & Objectives
Introduce "Unlocking Your Potential" and outline the three pillars: Finding, Maintaining, and Advancing.
25 min
Finding a Job: The Hunt Begins
Discuss search methods (online, networking). Use slides 3-4 and Reading Section 1. Complete Part 1 of the worksheet.
30 min
Maintaining a Job: Being a Star
Focus on punctuality, teamwork, and communication. Use Slide 5, Reading Section 2, and the Scenario Guide.
20 min
Advancing: Growing Your Career
Discuss goal setting and feedback. Use Slide 6 and Reading Section 3. Brainstorm actionable growth steps.
15 min
Quiz: Job Readiness Check
Formative assessment with immediate feedback. Review answers together to reinforce concepts.
15 min
Test: Employment Skills Assessment
Independent summative assessment to gauge mastery of the lesson objectives.
05 min
Cool Down: My Next Step
Reflection on key takeaways and identifying one concrete action for the upcoming week.
Your Job Journey Slides Your Job Journey
Unlock Your Potential
Ready to explore the world of work and achieve your dreams?
What Are We Learning Today?
Finding
How to look for and apply to jobs.
Maintaining
Being a great employee once hired.
Advancing
Growing and moving up in your career.
Finding a Job: Where to Look?
1
Online Job Boards
Websites like Indeed, LinkedIn, or company websites.
2
Networking
Talking to friends, family, and community members.
3
Community Centers
Local resources and job fairs that help people find work.
Discussion Prompt:
"Where do you think people look for jobs in our town?"
Making a Good Impression
Your application is your first chance to show off!
Resumes
A summary of your skills and experience.
Applications
Filling out forms carefully and completely.
Strengths
What makes you a great fit for the job?
Maintaining a Job
Being a Star Employee
Punctuality
On time, every time.
Teamwork
Working well with others.
Communication
Talking and listening effectively.
"Getting hired is awesome, and keeping the job is even better!"
Advancing Your Career
Steps for Growing and Learning
Set Goals
What do you want to achieve?
Seek Feedback
Ask how you can improve.
Learn Skills
Take classes or training.
Take Initiative
Look for ways to help out.
Essential Job Skills Reading Essential Job Skills
Your Guide to a Great Career
Starting a new job or growing in one can feel like a big adventure! This guide will help you understand the important steps to finding, keeping, and moving up in a job. You've got this!
1 Finding a Job: Your First Steps
Finding the right job is like looking for a treasure! Here are some places to start your search:
Online Job Boards
Websites like Indeed, LinkedIn, or even Google can show you many jobs. You can search for specific types of work you are interested in.
Networking
Tell your friends, family, and people in your community that you are looking for a job. Sometimes, jobs are found through people you know!
Community Centers & Job Fairs
Many towns have places that help people find jobs. They offer training, listings, and even help you practice interviews.
Applying & Interviewing
Applications: Read carefully and fill out all sections. It's okay to ask for help!
Resumes: A summary of your experience. You can list skills from school or volunteering.
Interviews: A chance to meet the boss. Be prepared, ask questions, and be yourself!
2 Maintaining a Job: Being a Star Employee
Once you have a job, you want to do well and keep it! Here are key habits that make you valuable:
Punctuality
Show up on time every day. It shows you are reliable and respect your coworkers.
Teamwork
Be friendly and helpful. Many jobs require working together to reach a goal.
Communication
Speak clearly and politely. Ask questions if you don't understand something.
Follow Instructions
Listen carefully to your boss and follow directions. Ask for help if needed.
3 Advancing: Growing Your Career
Career advancement means moving up and learning more. Here is how to do it:
Set Goals: Think about what you want to achieve next. Small steps lead to big wins.Ask for Feedback: Ask your boss, "What am I doing well and how can I improve?"Learn New Skills: Watch others, take training, and always stay curious.Take Initiative: Look for ways to help out without being asked. My Job Goals Worksheet My Job Goals
Planning your path to success!
Name: _______________________
Date: _______________________
Part 1: Finding a Job
1. What kind of job or work interests you the most right now?
2. Where are some places you could look for a job like that?
(Think about online, people you know, or community help!)
3. What are 3 great things about you (your strengths!) that would help you get a job?
Part 2: Maintaining a Job
1. Why is it important to show up to work on time?
2. What is one way you can be a good team player at work?
3. If you have a question or a problem at work, who should you talk to?
Part 3: Advancing in a Job
1. What is one new skill you would like to learn to advance in a job?
2. How could you find out what your boss thinks you are doing well?
3. What is one small step you can take *this week* towards your job goals?
Workplace Scenarios Discussion Guide Workplace Scenarios
What Would You Do?
Let's talk through some situations you might face at work. There are no right or wrong answers, just a chance to think about how you would handle things!
1
Scenario 1: Running Late
Imagine your alarm didn't go off, and you wake up realizing you're going to be 15 minutes late for work. What should you do?
Discussion Question:
Why is it important to let your supervisor know you'll be late, even if it's just a few minutes?
2
Scenario 2: Teamwork Trouble
You are working on a task with a coworker. You have an idea for how to do it, but your coworker wants to do it a different way. You think your way is better. What would you do or say?
Discussion Question:
How can you share your idea respectfully, while also listening to your coworker?
3
Scenario 3: Unsure About a Task
Your supervisor asks you to do a new task. You listened carefully, but you're still not completely sure how to start or what exactly they want. What is the best way to handle this?
Discussion Question:
Why is it better to ask for clarification than to guess and potentially do the task incorrectly?
4
Scenario 4: Wanting to Learn More
You've been doing your job for a while and feel comfortable. You're interested in learning something new or taking on more responsibility. How could you talk to your supervisor about this?
Discussion Question:
What are some things you could say to show your supervisor you are eager to learn and grow?
Job Readiness Check Quiz Job Readiness Check
Quiz
Name: _______________________
Date: _______________________
1 Which of these is a good place to look for job openings?
A. Your favorite video game
B. Online job boards like Indeed
C. Inside your refrigerator
D. Under your bed
2 You are going to be 10 minutes late for work because of unexpected traffic. What is the first thing you should do?
3 Why is it important to be a good team player at work?
A. To make everyone laugh
B. To get all the easy tasks
C. To help the team achieve goals and create a positive environment
D. To avoid doing any work yourself
4 Name two important qualities of a reliable employee.
5 What does "taking initiative" mean in a job?
A. Waiting to be told exactly what to do next
B. Looking for ways to help or improve things without being asked
C. Only doing tasks that are fun
D. Leaving work early
Job Readiness Quiz Answer Key Answer Key
Job Readiness Check Quiz
1. Which of these is a good place to look for job openings?
B. Online job boards like Indeed
2. You are going to be 10 minutes late... what is the first thing you should do?
Correct Answer:
Call or text your supervisor/manager immediately to let them know you will be late and your estimated time of arrival.
3. Why is it important to be a good team player at work?
C. To help the team achieve goals and create a positive environment
4. Name two important qualities of a reliable employee.
Sample Answers (Any two):
Punctuality (showing up on time)
Good communication
Following instructions
Working well with others (teamwork)
Problem-solving
5. What does "taking initiative" mean in a job?
B. Looking for ways to help or improve things without being asked
Employment Skills Assessment Test Employment Skills Assessment
Summative Test
Name: _______________________
Date: _______________________
1 What does "networking" mean when you are looking for a job?
A. Using the internet to watch movies
B. Talking to people you know to find job leads or advice
C. Playing video games online with friends
D. Connecting wires in an office
2 List three important things you should do to prepare for a job interview.
3 Why is it important to be punctual at your job?
A. So you can leave early
B. Because it means you are always happy
C. To show you are reliable and respect your job and coworkers
D. So you can get extra breaks
4 Imagine you accidentally made a small mistake on a task at work. How should you communicate this to your supervisor?
5 Which of these is a good way to advance in your job?
A. Avoiding all new challenges
B. Never talking to your boss about your performance
C. Setting goals and learning new skills
D. Doing only the minimum amount of work
6 What is one goal you could set to help you grow or learn more in a job?
Employment Skills Test Answer Key Answer Key
Employment Skills Assessment
1. What does "networking" mean when looking for a job?
B. Talking to people you know to find job leads or advice
2. Three things to do to prepare for a job interview:
Sample Answers (Any three):
Research the company
Practice answering common questions
Prepare questions to ask the interviewer
Pick out clean, professional clothes
Plan your route to arrive on time
3. Why is it important to be punctual?
C. To show you are reliable and respect your job and coworkers
4. Mistake at work - how to communicate?
Correct Answer:
Speak to the supervisor honestly and as soon as possible. Admit the mistake politely, apologize, and ask for guidance on how to fix it or prevent it from happening again.
5. Which of these is a good way to advance?
C. Setting goals and learning new skills
6. One goal you could set to help you grow:
Sample Answers:
Learning how to use a new piece of technology/software
Asking for more responsibility in a certain area
Attending a training workshop
Improving a specific skill (like organization or speed)
Dream Job Starter Warm Up Dream Job Starter
Warm Up Activity
Let's get our brains thinking about work! For a moment, let your imagination run free.
What is one job you have always been curious about or even dreamed of doing?
What about that job makes it interesting or appealing to you?
Your career journey starts with a single thought
My Next Step Cool Down My Next Step
Cool Down Reflection
Great work today! Let's think about what we've learned and what comes next.
What is one important thing you learned about finding, keeping, or advancing in a job today?
What is one small step you can take this week towards your job goals?
(Examples: talking to someone, checking emails, or practicing a skill.)
Session Complete! You're closer to your goals.
