CTE Lesson Plan
Author/Email: Joanna Ashlock/Joanna.ashlock@birdvilleschools.net
Pathway:
Business & Marketing
Cluster:
Business Management &
Administration
Course:
Principles of Business,
Marketing and Finance
Date Submitted: 10/5/12
Grade Level:
(type an X in the bracket for all
that apply)
[ ] 6 [ ] 7 [X ] 8
[ ]9 [ ] 10 [ ] 11 [ ] 12
Project Name: Applying for a Job
Objective(s): Students will find out what is involved in applying for a job; discover ways to present and market yourself
to an employer, and learn what to do before, during and after an interview.
Primary Unit of Study (from Scope & Sequence): Career Plan
Secondary Unit of Study (if applicable):
College & Career Readiness Standards:
Software: Career Cruising (internet based), Microsoft Word
Materials Required: Career Cruising license and login information, Glencoe’s Exploring Careers, Video Finding the
Right Part Time Job, by TMW Media Group, Video The World of Work: Getting Along With Your Co-Workers by Clearvue
& SVE
Prerequisite Skills: None
Time Required: 10 class periods (45 minutes each)
Essential Questions: How do you get a job? What happens during an interview?
Key Vocabulary: Body Language, Career Portfolio, Cover Letter, Format, Interview, Job Application, Letter of
Recommendation, References, Resume
Procedure/Instruction:
Day 1 – Introduction: Ask students to share: Have any of you had a paying job? How did you apply for the job? How did
you show you were qualified?
Watch the video Finding the Right Part Time Job, by TMW Media Group (22 minutes). Have students complete the
video guide (see attached) during the video and turn in for a grade.
Day 2 – Review Chapter 7.1 in Glencoe’s Exploring Careers book, highlighting the parts of a resume and completing job
applications.
Day 3 – Create a resume using Career Cruising (or can be done using Microsoft Word—if this is chosen, formatting
techniques will have to be taught). Grade resumes on correct capitalization, punctuation, formatting and
completeness.
Day 4 – Filling out Job Applications – gather job applications from several different local businesses (a sample
application is attached). Review proper procedures for completing applications and have students choose a company
and complete the application. Grade applications based on neatness and completeness.
Days 5 & 6 – Creating a Cover Letter – Show students a sample cover letters ( a simple Google search will result in many
letters; there is also one attached. Glencoe includes one on p. 132). Using the sample as a guide, students should type a
cover letter to match their job they have applied for. They should use their skills and interests explored through Career
Cruising to help draft the letter. Grade letters based on completeness, correct format, and grammar.
Days 7 & 8 – Review Chapter 7.2 in Glencoe’s Exploring Careers book, highlighting the process of interviewing. Use the
graphic organizer, Putting Your Best Foot Forward (see attached) for student notes.
Use the Applying for a Job PowerPoint Presentation to discuss the effects of body language, attitude, dress, firm
handshakes, and professionalism. Also discuss common interview questions and keywords such as strengths,
weaknesses, diversity, teamwork, etc.
Day 9 – Student Mock Interviews – Students will go through the practice of interviewing by pairing up and asking each
other common interview questions (see handout). Students can choose one of the jobs they applied for in the job
application process or a “dream job.” Observe and assess students’ skills in answering questions, body language and
professionalism as the interviews are conducted in the classroom. An optional assessment might include requiring
students to dress professionally on interview day. You may also stand at the door, greet them with a handshake and
grade their ability to give a firm, confident handshake.
Day 10 – Keeping the Job – Reinforce the difference attitude makes in the world of work. Show students the handout
“Four Dozen Ways to Stay Unemployed.” (see attached) Watch the video The World of Work: Getting Along With Your
Co-Workers by Clearvue & SVE (13 minutes). Have students complete the video guide (see attached) during the video.
Discuss answers as a class.
Closure: Spider Web of Employment Activity (see attached)
Evaluation/Assessment: True/False Quiz (see attached), Glencoe’s Applying for a Job Online Test:
http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0078736897/student_view0/unit2/chapter7/interactive_practice_tests.html
Differentiation Strategies: Students can use the book during quizzes if needed. Job Applications can be simplified for
students as needed. Match the job applications with student interests and abilities when possible. Could also explore
completing online job applications rather than paper.
Additional Resources: http://glencoe.mcgraw-hill.com
Additional Files: Finding the Right Part Time Job Video Guide, Putting Your Best Foot Forward, Applying for a Job
Presentation, The World of Work Video Guide, Spider Web of Employment, True/False Quiz, Sample Job Application,
Sample Cover Letter