Resume construction, cover letter drafting, and networking techniques for modern job markets. Equips learners to analyze job descriptions and tailor applications using achievement-based language.
A 2-hour workshop designed for high schoolers to explore entry-level, part-time jobs as a strategic stepping stone toward personal success and independence. Students will redefine success, identify accessible roles that match their interests, and reflect on their long-term goals.
A comprehensive lesson focused on mastering the job application process, from understanding terminology to tailoring skills for specific roles.
Students learn the importance of post-interview follow-up by writing thank-you emails and reflecting on their overall performance throughout the project.
A hands-on day for mock interviews where students practice professional communication and receive constructive feedback.
Students prepare for the social dynamics of an interview by researching common retail questions and planning their own inquiries for the employer.
Focuses on translating personal experiences into a professional resume and drafting a concise cover letter using structured templates.
Students explore different retail roles, learn to read job descriptions, and practice completing a standard job application form with accuracy.
A comprehensive transition-to-adulthood curriculum covering financial literacy, career planning, health navigation, and civic engagement. Students build a personal 'mission log' portfolio to prepare for independent life.
A practical lesson on how to analyze job descriptions and customize resume content to match specific employer needs. Students will learn keyword identification, experience mapping, and summary tailoring through guided notes and a real-world scenario.
Master the transition from student to professional. This lesson covers workplace etiquette and the application process through engaging puzzles and reflective self-assessments.
Building essential job-seeking skills, including application completion, interview preparation, and understanding job roles.
Planning social gatherings, managing invitations, and practicing etiquette for holiday and community events.
The capstone unit of the program, where students apply all learned skills in complex, multi-step simulations of independent adult life.
Navigating healthcare settings, identifying body parts and symptoms, and practicing social scripts for making and attending medical appointments.
Building professional habits, understanding workplace social cues, and practicing teamwork in a job setting.
Essential skills for maintaining a household, including chores, laundry, and daily organization.
Practical application of money skills through budgeting, price comparison, and navigating a shopping environment.
Empowering students to speak up for their needs, understand their rights, and communicate effectively in various personal and community situations.
Navigating the community using public transportation, reading schedules, and practicing safety and social etiquette while traveling.
Essential knowledge for identifying hazards, handling tools safely, and maintaining a hygienic cooking environment through visual checklists and simulations.
A collection of visual checklists and organizers to help high school students navigate the complex transition to post-secondary life, covering college, trade schools, military, and the workforce.
The first year of the program focuses on establishing the 'Modern Citizen,' emphasizing local community involvement, personal financial management, and foundational health and expression.
A comprehensive 90-minute session for young adults aged 16-21, focusing on the transition from student to professional through communication, reliability, and workplace etiquette.
A 90-minute workshop designed for high school juniors to master the art of resume building for college, work, and vocational paths, while learning the professional etiquette of securing strong reference letters.
A comprehensive lesson teaching high school students how to accurately and professionally complete an entry-level job application, specifically tailored for a grocery store environment like Market Basket. Students will learn to translate school activities into relevant experience and select professional references.
An interactive board game experience covering essential life skills including financial literacy, time management, communication, and career readiness.
A comprehensive guide to understanding, finding, and securing apprenticeships in trades, business, and high-growth industries. This lesson covers the definition, benefits, and practical steps to starting a career through an apprenticeship.
A comprehensive exploration of modern apprenticeship paths in technology, focusing on comparing traditional education to work-based learning and developing essential workplace soft skills.
Prepares 12th graders for the transition to professional life, focusing on finalizing credentials and bridging Work-Based Learning into post-secondary success.
Guides 11th graders through the practicalities of Internships and Apprenticeships, focusing on preparation and the application process.
Engages 10th graders in exploring Industry-Recognized Credentials (IRCs) and Pre-Apprenticeships as steps toward specialized career pathways.
A multi-day instructional sequence focused on the mechanics and etiquette of professional email writing. Students explore the anatomy of an email and practice drafting responses for employment, education, and housing scenarios.
This lesson teaches high school students the essential skills for professional outreach, focusing on making appointments with community professionals in healthcare, small business, and trades through role-play and script-writing.
A comprehensive lesson on professional communication skills, focusing on email and phone etiquette for the workplace. Students learn the 'do's and don'ts' and practice crafting their own professional responses.
A comprehensive guide to mastering entry-level and academic interviews through the STAR method, practical scenarios, and self-reflection. Students will build a portfolio of stories to demonstrate their skills to future employers and admissions officers.
A comprehensive guide to essential adulting skills covering financial literacy, career development, health navigation, and civic responsibilities.
This lesson teaches students how to transition from a volunteer position to a paid role by demonstrating high-value workplace behaviors like initiative, reliability, and teamwork. It is designed for diverse learners, including those in job-readiness programs and students with social/communication goals.
A comprehensive review lesson for 11th-grade students covering workplace professionalism, financial literacy, portfolio development, and ethics. This lesson prepares students for their Quarter 3 assessment through summaries, matching activities, and practice quizzes.
A final assessment module to evaluate student understanding of career readiness concepts and application proficiency.
A deep dive into the mechanics of job applications, cover letter construction, and managing professional references.
An introductory unit focusing on career terminology, professional mindset, and identifying personal strengths for the workforce.
Students will learn how to present their best selves during a job interview by mastering professional hygiene, active listening techniques, and polite communication strategies.
A lesson introducing students with IDD to informational interviews, focusing on curiosity, career exploration, and building professional connections.
A comprehensive set of tools to help high school students prepare for their first job application in the barbering industry, focusing on technical knowledge, professional etiquette, and portfolio building.
This lesson guides high school students through the process of applying for an entry-level position at a hair salon, focusing on professional presentation and industry-specific expectations.
A comprehensive orientation for the Workforce Internship program, covering policies, expectations, and success strategies for new interns at Commonpoint Queens.
Develops interview skills through research-based preparation and practicing responses with supportive sentence frames.
A lesson on drafting and sending professional emails to request letters of recommendation for college, internships, or scholarships. Students learn proper email etiquette, structure, and follow-up procedures.
A collection of functional life skills resources designed for high school students transitioning to independence, focusing on budgeting, self-regulation, vocational readiness, and literacy.
A comprehensive transition skills lesson focusing on career discovery, job application proficiency, and interview preparation for high school students with diverse learning needs.
A high-school-focused lesson on navigating the job application process, featuring realistic practice with terminology, professional branding via personal statements, and tactical tailoring for entry-level roles.
An introduction to the foundational skills of the retail industry, covering customer service techniques, cash handling, inventory management, and the professional communication required for successful sales.
A comprehensive guide and set of tools for students to master the art of writing effective cover letters for both professional entry-level roles and service industry positions.
A comprehensive guide to resume writing for students and entry-level professionals, covering different resume formats, skill identification, and document templates.
A comprehensive lesson designed for students with little to no formal work experience, focusing on translating school projects, volunteer work, and hobbies into professional resumes and cover letters.
A lesson focused on mastering time management through hands-on 'trials' that teach punctuality, task estimation, scheduling, and focus techniques.
Foundational materials for the Life Skills Launchpad, including binder covers, dividers, and sequence-wide tracking systems.
Practicing the core skills of independent living, including home maintenance, personal advocacy, and daily scheduling.
Preparing for the workforce with mock interviews, professional communication practice, and on-the-job simulations.
Developing social-emotional awareness through event planning, role-play conversations, and meaningful peer interactions.
Mastering money identification, budgeting, and the mechanics of shopping through a pantry store simulation and real-world problem-solving.
A comprehensive workshop focusing on essential adulting skills through immersive role-play, task simulations, and practical financial planning. This lesson covers Independent Living, Employment Readiness, Self-Advocacy, and Financial Literacy.
Introduces 9th graders to the core concepts of Work-Based Learning, focusing on Project-Based Learning and School-Based Enterprises to build initial interest and awareness.
Students dress professionally and treat this lesson as a real high-stakes interview. They undergo a full formal interview simulation with a teacher or community volunteer, graded on the complete virtual skillset.
Based on feedback, students refine their answers and adjust their technical setups. They participate in a workshop to polish their 'elevator pitch' specifically for a virtual format (shorter, punchier sentences).
Pairs review the recordings of their interviews together using a structured rubric covering lighting, eye contact, audio, and content. They provide constructive feedback to one another.
Students are paired up to conduct live mock interviews using a provided question bank. They focus on applying the setup and body language skills learned in previous sequences.
Students explore the world of asynchronous (one-way) interviews, practicing concise communication and time management under pressure.
Students exchange drafts for structured feedback based on a professional rubric and perform final edits for a submit-ready document.
Students elevate their language from casual to professional business English, focusing on tone, mechanics, and confidence.
Students focus on writing compelling openings and body paragraphs using the STAR method to demonstrate transferable skills.
Students learn how to read job postings critically to identify keyword requirements and map their own experiences to employer needs.
Students analyze a variety of sample cover letters to identify key structural elements and standard business letter formatting. They conclude by creating a skeleton outline for their own drafts.
In the final simulation, students present a brief strategy pitch that demonstrates their deep understanding of the employer's business. They practice transforming standard interview questions into opportunities to showcase their strategic fit.
Using their research, students craft a personalized Candidate Value Proposition. This statement articulates how their specific skills and attributes directly address the company's needs and help mitigate its weaknesses.
Students investigate the specific 'pain points' or business challenges a company faces to understand why a role exists. They connect entry-level tasks to high-level strategic goals to identify the true value a new hire provides.
Learners perform a structured SWOT analysis on their chosen target company, evaluating internal strengths and weaknesses alongside external opportunities and threats. This provides a clear picture of the company's competitive standing and market pressures.
Students transition from passive job seekers to proactive consultants by selecting a target company and establishing a research dossier. They explore the idea that a job application is a strategic business proposal aimed at solving an employer's problems.
The final lesson focuses on using research to generate high-impact interview questions that demonstrate industry knowledge and cultural fit.
A hands-on workshop where students use T-Charts to align their personal experiences with specific employer requirements discovered during their research.
Students learn to use news aggregators and press releases to find recent developments and practice building conversational bridges for interview settings.
Learners investigate how to infer company culture by analyzing official content alongside third-party reviews and social media presence, distinguishing between stated and lived values.
Students analyze the mission and vision statements of major companies to identify key priorities and translate corporate jargon into observable employee behaviors.
A comprehensive lesson on preparing for a career in underwater welding, focusing on the technical resume and professional cover letter requirements for high-risk industrial maritime roles.
Covers the essentials of job applications, tailoring resumes, and writing cover letters specifically for students.
Teaches students how to find job and internship opportunities and research company culture and values.
Focuses on the emotional transition from middle school to high school, identifying goals, and understanding the new academic environment.
A comprehensive lesson on workplace readiness, focusing on resume construction and interview techniques aligned with Utah CTE standards for high school students.
This lesson guides students through the process of building a professional resume from scratch, focusing on translating high school experiences into compelling professional bullet points.
This lesson focuses on the cover letter, teaching students how to articulate their skills and enthusiasm to potential employers or internship coordinators through a structured, persuasive format.
A comprehensive guide to mastering the job application and interview process, focusing on research, professional communication, and mock interview practice.
Teaches students how to evaluate job offers, negotiate salary and benefits, and prepare for the professional transition into a new role. Focuses on the "business" side of starting a career.
