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 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 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.
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 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 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 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.
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.
An introductory lesson to help Jade understand the role of a Direct Support Professional and begin her local job search using visual aids and organizers.
A two-day lesson covering the professional art of writing thank-you and resignation letters, focusing on etiquette, structure, and professional tone.
A lesson focused on teaching high school students how to professionally resign from a job and express gratitude through formal letters. Students will learn about structure, tone, and etiquette.
A comprehensive final review and logistics checklist for high school seniors, covering voter registration, insurance cards, professional email signatures, and emergency contact updates.
Guides students through a long-term goal-setting exercise, helping them map out professional and personal milestones for their first five years after high school using a visual timeline approach.
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 lesson focused on mastering time management through hands-on 'trials' that teach punctuality, task estimation, scheduling, and focus techniques.
Master the transition from student to professional. This lesson covers workplace etiquette and the application process through engaging puzzles and reflective self-assessments.
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.
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.
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.
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 practical, non-preachy lesson for older students (15-21) on navigating the digital world safely. Focuses on digital footprints, employment, scam detection, and online conflict resolution through real-world scenarios and professional readiness.
An interactive board game experience covering essential life skills including financial literacy, time management, communication, and career readiness.
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.
Develops interview skills through research-based preparation and practicing responses with supportive sentence frames.
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 45-minute lesson focusing on adapting public speaking skills for professional environments, including elevator pitches and professional presence.
A specialized lesson focused on mastering the elevator pitch. Students learn to craft a concise, compelling introduction that highlights their skills, goals, and unique value for professional networking and interviews.
A culminating project-based lesson where students finalize their portfolio of dictated documents and perform voice-activated peer reviews.
Addresses the common issue of wordiness in dictated text, teaching students how to use selection and deletion commands to create concise business prose.
Teaches advanced voice commands for document design, including bullets, alignment, and structural elements needed for resumes and cover letters.
Focuses on the specific etiquette and structure of formal emails, using voice commands to adjust tone and clarity during the drafting process.
Students explore the difference between casual conversation and professional 'written' speech, practicing the oral composition required for successful dictation in a workplace setting.
Students prepare for admissions and scholarship interviews through mock scenarios and elevator pitch practice.
Covers professional etiquette for requesting recommendations and networking, including email templates and informational interviews.
Students curate learning artifacts and plan a digital portfolio to showcase their skills to admissions and employers.
Focuses on drafting compelling personal statements by deconstructing successful examples and avoiding common cliches.
Students learn to craft professional resumes using action verbs and quantified achievements, beginning with a '30-second review' challenge.
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.
A comprehensive guide to resume writing for students and entry-level professionals, covering different resume formats, skill identification, and document templates.
A comprehensive introduction to essential employment skills, including professional communication, job applications, interview etiquette, and workplace safety. This lesson prepares students for the transition into a professional environment through interactive discussion and practical problem-solving.
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 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.
Students will research a dream career and draft a professional cover letter using a guided, step-by-step approach. The lesson covers the structural components of a cover letter and professional tone.
A comprehensive lesson designed to help high school students navigate the job application process for a psychology internship while demonstrating their subject-matter knowledge.
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.
A comprehensive 90-minute one-on-one training session designed to build confidence in job searching, understanding requirements, and practicing assertive communication. This lesson bridges the gap for a learner transitioning to working with a job coach by focusing on practical digital skills and interpersonal confidence.
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.
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.
Focuses on the critical period after the interview. Students learn to craft high-impact thank-you notes, manage follow-up timelines, and leverage post-interview feedback to refine their approach.
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.
Building essential social cues, conversational scripts, and self-advocacy skills for various community and professional settings.
A deep dive into identifying currency, understanding value, and managing basic transactions through visual supports and hands-on practice.
Essential templates, tracking sheets, and the overall framework for the Life Skills program to ensure consistent daily structure and progress monitoring.
