Getting Ready For Employmentspecialservices.deltaschools.com/content/transition/resume-and-interview-curriculum.pdf! 6! Resume Worksheet This worksheet will help you write your resume

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Getting Ready For

Employment

Student Name: __________________________________

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What are we going to do? Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

Why are we doing it? To take you from THIS to THIS

How are we going to get there? • Build a resume • Work on Interview Skills • Participate in a Mock Interview

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Traits and Skills Worksheet

Traits are distinguishing features of a person’s character. Review the traits listed below and circle or highlight the Traits you have:

Punctual Multi-‐tasking Ambitious Willingness to learn Manage time Organized Detail orientated Honest

Self-‐motivated Results oriented Helpful Team player Dependable Practical Problem solver Positive Attitude

Loyal Fast Learner Assertive Humorous Responsible Creative Good communication skills

Analytical Trustworthy Hard worker Leader Friendly Compassionate Energetic

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Skills are the ability to do something well through experience or training. Review the traits listed below and circle or highlight the Skills you have: Selling Products Speaking a Foreign Language Fluently

Counseling Balancing a checkbook Keeping records Driving Manual labor Taking inventory Mailing materials Computer skills: • Typing • Troubleshooting • Web Design • Word • Xcel • Power Point • Access

Customer Service Solving difficult problems

Computer knowledge Helping others Working with others Customer complaints Supervising others Welding Lifeguarding Oil change Make copies Working livestock Filing Operate Power Tools

Repairing a house Scheduling appointments

Installing carpet Fixing cars Answering phones Landscaping Changing tires Washing windows Working with children Planning trips Preparing food Woodworking Operate heavy equipment

Writing Working on a team project

Decorating Making beds Painting Cleaning Roofing Washing cars Assembling parts Handling cash Stocking supplies Feeding animals General lawn maintenance

Other skills you may have:

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Resume Worksheet This worksheet will help you write your resume and prepare for your interview.

Full Name_________________________ Telephone Number________________________ Address___________________________________ City_________________ State__________________ Zip Code____________ Email Address_______________________________ Educational Background Name and Address of School ______________________________________________________________________________

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Anticipated Graduation Date _____________________________________________________

Clubs/Extracurricular Activities: examples: sports, FBLA, FFA, 4H, Church youth group,

geek club, chorus, girl or boy scouts, clubs inside or outside of school.

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Accomplishments / Honors / Awards: I am proud of…

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Technology/Office Skills: I have learned a lot about technology including how to use…

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Traits (distinguishing features of a person’s character): My best qualities are…

1. ________________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________________

4. ________________________________________________________________________

5. ________________________________________________________________________

Skills (ability to do something well through experience or training): I am good at…

1. ________________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________________

4. ________________________________________________________________________

5. ________________________________________________________________________

6. Other Languages I speak: ___________________________________________________

Make them want to pick you!!!

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Work/Volunteer History: Include both paid and unpaid experience (start with the most recent)

Name of Business: _____________________________________________________________

* Name of Supervisor:___________________________________________________________

* Street Address: _______________________________________________________________

City and State: _______________________ - ______ Phone number: ___________________

Job title: ____________________________________ Dates of hire: _________ to __________

Job duties: ____________________________________________________________________

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Name of Business: _____________________________________________________________


* Street Address: _______________________________________________________________

City and State: ______________________ - _______ Phone number: ___________________


Job duties: ____________________________________________________________________

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Name of Business: _____________________________________________________________


* Street Address: _______________________________________________________________

City and State: ____________________ - _________ Phone number: ___________________


Job duties: ____________________________________________________________________

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Objective

An OBJECTIVE is a statement that expresses the applicant's career goal or desired occupation

How Many Hours a Week?

• Part time • Full time • …that works with my school schedule

What do you hope to gain from them?

• Advance within the company • Gain experience • Build on my skill set

Why do you want to work with them?

• Find employment in the ___________ industry • Work with a company that value their employees • Become part of an established team in the community • Work with a company that encourages growth and advancement

EXAMPLES: A. To obtain a position that will allow me to gain valuable experience in parks or natural resources

allowing me to work around twenty hours a week while attending school

B. To find full-time employment with a company that values young people who have a strong work ethic and encourages their employees to gain further work skills and advance within the company.

C. I am looking for full time employment with a company that will allow me to gain valuable

experience in a retail environment YOUR OBJECTIVE: _________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________

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References References are people (over the age of 18, not family or friends) that know you and will speak highly of

you to a potential employer. This can be a teacher, coach, pastor, employer, etc….

Employers will call or email 1-‐3 individuals (your references) and ask them questions about your work ethic, personality, and ability to do a job. Make sure that the references you list will be good references for you. Always ask the individual for permission to use him/her as a reference BEFORE you list them as

a reference.

Reference #1

Name______________________________ Title___________________________________

Company_____________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number_________________________ Email_______________________________________

How long have you known him/her________________________________________________________

In what capacity have you known this person _______________________________________________

Reference #2

Name______________________________ Title___________________________________

Company_____________________________________________________________________________


How long have you known him/her________________________________________________________

In what capacity have you known this person _______________________________________________

Reference #3

Name______________________________ Title___________________________________

Company_____________________________________________________________________________


How long have you known him/her____________________________________________________

In what capacity have you known this person ____________________________________________

My Name My address

Pierce, CO. 80650 970.555.555

[email protected]

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Career Objective

To obtain a position that will allow me to gain valuable experience in parks or natural resources allowing me to work around twenty hours a week while attending school Education Colorado High School Ault, CO Projected Graduation May 2012 Work Experience Childcare: May 2010 – May 2011

• Cared for children in a private home • Supported family with:

• meal preparation • planning activities • homework • general cleaning duties

Grounds Maintenance Worker for Weld County Construction May 2007-‐ August 2009

• Installed fencing • Responsible for raking • Poured concrete • Painted • Laid sod • Operated bob cats, lawn mowers, and tampers.

Unpaid Work Experience Physical Education Assistant at Colorado Middle School January 2012-‐ June 2012

• Assisted the physical education teacher • Aided in daily facilitation of middle school physical education class

Parks Assistant at Rocky Mountain National Park April 2008 – June 2008

• Trash pickup • Clean out flower beds • Maintained flowers • Cut weeds • Spread gravel

Kennel Assistant at A Dog’s Place August 2007 – March 2008

• Walked dogs • Cleaned kennels

Additional Activities/Awards Varsity Letter Track 100% Attendance Award Rachel’s Team Member Personal Traits

Reliable Hard Working Friendly

Organized Strong Work Ethic Trustworthy Team Player

My Name My address

Pierce, CO. 80650 970.555.555

[email protected]

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References

• Randy Youssi High School Principal

Colorado High School 1st Street, Highway 14 La Salle, CO 80644 970.834.2816

• Sean Risatti SWAP Coordinator

2020 Clubhouse Dr Greeley,CO 80634 970.222.3580 [email protected]

• Sarah Brooks Art Teacher

Colorado High School 1st street, Highway 14 Ault, CO 80610 970.834.2816

More references available upon request. Thank you for taking the time to review my application

MY NAME myemail@yahoo,.com

My Address, Hire, ME 12345 123.456.7890

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Objective

To find full-time employment with a company that values young people who have a strong work ethic and encourages their employees to gain further work skills and advance within the company. EDUCATION Aims Community College 2009 -‐ 2011 El Cajon, CA • University of Studies Degree with a concentration of math and science Colorado High School Graduated 2008 Gilcrest, CO • High School Diploma EXPERIENCE Ross Sales Associate; Fort Collins June 2011 -‐ Present • Responsible for stocking products, ensuring products are facing the front of the shelf • Provide excellent customer service Envision Direct Care Professional: Greeley, CO November 2011 -‐ February 2012 • Assisted adults with Cognitive Disabilities in community based activities • Maintained line-‐of-‐sight in community to ensure safety of consumers and general public CVS/ Longs Drugs Customer Service Representative; Greeley, CO January 2008 -‐ October 2011 • Operated cash register • Stocked products and ensured placement and direction of product • Provided excellent customer service Certa pro Painters Marketing Representative; Greeley, CO Summer 2009 • Relied upon to drive moving vans • Responsible for making and placing signs • Contributed in making and placing door knockers ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES / AWARDS • Perfect Attendance 2006, 2007, 2008

• Cross Country 2005 -‐ 2008

PERSONAL TRAITS • Team Player

• Time Management

• Detail Oriented

• Reliable

• Consistent

• Motivated



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REFERENCES • Randy Youssi

High School Principal Colorado High School 1st Street, Highway 14 La Salle, CO 80644 970.834.2816

• Sean Risatti

SWAP Coordinator 2020 Clubhouse Drive Greeley, CO 80634 970.222.3580 [email protected]

• Sarah Brooks

Art Teacher Colorado High School 1st Street, Highway 14 Ault, CO 80610 970.834.2816

More references available upon request. Thank you for taking the time to review my application.



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I Got The Interview

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You got the Interview!!!

What information do you need:

With who: _________________________________

Where: _________________________________

What Day: _________________________________

What Time: _________________________________

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Interviewing What is the purpose of an interview:

• They have seen your resume – you qualify!!! • They want to put a face to the resume and most importantly,

discover what kind of person you are! • This is an opportunity for the employer to learn about you!

What do you think are the most important traits an employer is looking for in an entry level position? (** hint, they are all 5 listed on your “Traits” worksheet.

Remember, Traits are distinguishing features of a person’s character.

1: _______________________________

2: _______________________________

3: _______________________________

4: _______________________________

5: _______________________________

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HONESTY What does it mean to be honest? __________________________________________________ Why would an employer want someone who is honest? _________________________________

WILLING TO LEARN What does it mean to be willing to learn? ____________________________________________ Why would an employer want someone to have a willingness to learn?_____________________

DEPENDABLE What does it mean to be dependable?_______________________________________________ Why would an employer want someone who is dependable? _____________________________

HARD WORKING What does it mean to be hard working?______________________________________________ Why would an employer want someone who is hard working?____________________________

POSITIVE ATTITUDE What does it mean to have a positive attitude?________________________________________ Why would an employer want someone who has a positive attitude? ______________________

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What are YOUR Best Traits

Keep in mind, some traits are job specific:

Example: A courtesy clerk (bagger) should be friendly.

A farmhand in a feedlot needs to be strong.

What job might you be applying for next?

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My Big 3: What traits do you have that you will you focus on during your interview? **these should be on your resume, but it is ok . We recommend having at least

1 from the 5 we just talked about if it applies to you.

1: ____________________________

2: ____________________________

3: ____________________________

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Preparing for the Interview

Research the company: (use google)

WHY?!?____________________________________________________

• What is their business? __________________________________ • How long have they been around? _________________________ • Who are the owners (if local)? _____________________________ • Who is the manager (if corporate)? _________________________ • Who are you interviewing with? ___________________________ • What do you think the job involves? ________________________

______________________________________________________ • Why does a typical customer use their product or services?

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Know exactly where you are going, how you will get there, and how long it will take! • You should always arrive ___________ before the interview.

Make sure you know the name of the person you are meeting and where you are meeting them. • Example: If you have an interview at Safeway, where in Safeway

are you meeting the hiring manager?

Always have 3 copies of your resume ready. • One copy for ___________ and other copies for the

person/people who are ___________________ you.

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Prepare yourself and your outfit.

• The care that you use in grooming and the appropriateness of your clothing can give a great impression or destroy your chances of hire.

Clothing do’s and don’ts

• What do you think is appropriate interview attire?

• What do you think are bad choices for interview attire?

Grooming do’s and don’ts

• What do you think is appropriate grooming for an interview?

• What do you think are poor grooming choices for an interview?

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Take this quiz to see how ready you are for an interview!

True or False

T F You should answer questions very quickly and never pause

T F It’s okay to ramble on about personal information so they get to know you T F Be positive during the interview, showing interest and enthusiasm T F Feel free to touch your face as much as you want and run your

fingers through your hair

T F If you use tobacco make sure you have a cigarette or a chew to calm your nerves before the interview

T F Give great eye contact and smile often

T F Talk excessively about your former employer

T F Leave the premises right after your interview

T F Wander around before your interview and get to know the place

T F Make sure you ask how many sick days you get even before the job is offered to you

T F If you are grumpy in the am ask that nobody talks to you

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Introductions Think about your body language. Walk with good posture; stand tall, don’t slouch or drag your feet.

Give a good firm handshake. Make sure it’s not too strong or soft and that your hands are not moist

Introduce yourself: “Hi my name is ______________________ it’s nice to meet you” Or (if it’s the secretary)

“Hi my name is ___________ I am here to see ______ for an interview.” WHAT IS YOUR GREETING? __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ When you sit down. Ask them “Would you like a copy of my resume?”

Don’t’ forget to give good eye contact and smile!

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Practice Interview Questions Know thoroughly your answers to the big two!

• Tell me about yourself. • Why do you want to work here?

Tell me about yourself. I am a ___________ at ______________ High School. I am (grade)

involved in _________________and _____________________. I enjoy (2 extracurricular activities) ___________________ and ____________________. (2 hobbies)

I am _____________, ___________________, and ________________. (use 3 power words)

EXAMPLE: “I am a junior at Colorado High School. I am involved in Book club and Football. I enjoy reading and sports. I am punctual, a hard worker, and trustworthy.”

Tell me about yourself. I am a graduate of _________________ High School. I enjoy (High School) ___________________ and ____________________. (2 hobbies)

I am _______________, _________________, and ________________. (use 3 power words)

Use the example above, or write your own response: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Why do you want to work here? I have always wanted to work _________________________________. (the place you are applying or in that industry… see ideas below)

I would like to learn and develop new job skills. I would also like to earn extra money so I can ___________________________. (whatever you need money for)

EXAMPLE: “I have always wanted to work in retail. I would like to learn and develop new job skills. I would also like to earn extra money so I can become more independent”. Ideas: I have always wanted to work:

• In a retail environment • With my hands • On a farm • At Heritage Market • Somewhere I can help the elderly • As a lot technician • For the WalMart Company • In the food industry • With small children • On vehicles

Use the example above, or write your own response: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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At the Interview

What if you don’t know how to answer a question?

• Don’t be afraid to ask them to repeat the question or rephrase the question if you don’t understand it

• If you still can’t answer the question directly, answer it the best you can Example: “Tell me a problem you have faced in your life and how you resolved it”………. “Well, I can’t think of any specific problems right now, but when I have a problem I usually try to take my time and solve it myself and if I can’t solve it, I find somebody who can help.”

Last Few Pointers: • Let them get to know you. • If you are nervous because you haven’t interviewed before-‐ let

them know! • If you are nervous because you really want this job-‐ let them

know! • Don’t hesitate to talk about your accomplishments, brag a little! • Be honest with them! …….most importantly, LOTS OF SMILES!!!!

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Worksheet: Sample Interview Questions 1

1. Tell me about yourself. 2 See previous sheet 3 4 2. Why are you applying here? 5 See previous sheet 6 7 3. What areas do you feel you need to improve on? Be honest with te employer. Don’t be afraid to identify 8

something you’re not good at; the most important thing is to tell them how you are trying to improve on 9 your weakness. 10

Example: “ I am not great at math, but my teachers say I am improving, and I am not afraid to ask for help 11 or use a calculator.” 12

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good employee and why you are motivated to do it. 18 Example: “I am a hard worker and will always get the job done in a timely manner. I am not afraid to ask for 19

help and am eager to learn more job skills.” 20

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24 5. What is your idea of teamwork? Don’t be afraid to explain with it means to you. A good definition for 25

teamwork is: when people contribute their individual strengths to accomplish a common goal. 26 Example: “Teamwork is people getting along and working together to get big things done.” 27

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focus on the positive. 33 Example: “My teachers would say that I have really grown in the past few years and that I complete 34

assignments on time, am respectful to others, and try my hardest to complete my work correctly.” 35

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7. Stress at the job can come in many forms; most commonly because of a heavy workload or an annoying 39 co-‐worker. How would you go about dealing with this kind of stress at work? Use the F word – not the 40 one that you want to use -‐ but the word “FOCUS”. Tell the employer how you will FOCUS on a task and do it 41 to the best of your ability. When a co-‐worker is annoying you, you should FOCUS on what is positive at work 42 and block out negativity. 43

Example: “When I am stressed out I take a deep breath and FOCUS on what I am doing. I know that being 44 stressed is only temporary and I try to remain positive and focus on doing my job as bets as I can.” 45

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function of many jobs 51 Example: “I think customer service is always being friendly, answering any questions the customer might 52

have, and if I don’t know the answer, finding someone who does.” 53

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question not to judge you, but to see you deal with conflict or overcome difficult situations. Don’t go into 59 too much detail or get emotionally involved, just state the facts and focus on positive ways you overcame 60 the situation. 61

Example: “My math teacher was offering an after school class for anyone wanting extra help on their 62 homework but it was at the same time as my cross country practice. I needed the help with my homework to 63 keep my grades up, but I didn’t want to let my team down. I talked to my coach and my teacher and we 64 worked out a time that worked for everyone.” 65

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level position. If you have researched the company, make sure you bring some specific company values into 72 your reason. 73

Example: “I believe you need to be a team player, dependable, and always work hard. I also think it is 74 important to always have a positive attitude and give great customer service.” 75

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They will ask if you have any questions-‐ NEVER SAY NO! 81

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Prepare and write down a few questions to ask them. Questions show 83

that you are thinking through the job thoroughly and that you have 84

genuine interest. People who don’t have any questions to ask almost 85

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Circle 2 questions you are going to ask in your Mock Interview 88

Always ask: 89

1. What are you looking for in an employee? Ask this question 90

because you will have an opportunity for them to tell you exactly 91

what they are looking for and if you possess those qualities you can 92

tell them right away. 93

Example: Employer: “Well we are looking for somebody who is 94

responsible, willing to learn, and is always going to show up. 95

Interviewee: “Well, I just want you to know I am always willing to 96

learn new things and I am very dependable” 97

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2. What is the next step in the hiring process? Ask this question, you 100

need to know what to expect moving forward! 101

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Example: If they say they are going to make a decision by 102

Wednesdays and you don’t hear from them by that day you should 103

call them. **Make sure you have their business card or contact information!** 104

Closing the Interview continued 105

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Feel Free To Ask: 107

• What does a typical day look like? 108

• What type of training can I expect? 109

• Is there potential for advancement in the company? 110

• What do you like about working for this company? 111

Never Ask: 112

• When will I get a raise? 113

• How many breaks will I get? 114

• When can I take a vacation? 115

• How many sick days do I get? 116

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How do you know when is your interview over? 118

The employer will do one or more of the following: 119

• Say 120

o “Thank you for coming in” 121

o “We will get back to you once we have finished our interviews” 122

o “Nice meeting you” 123

o Or something similar to the above statements 124

• Stand up 125

• Offer a handshake 126

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THANK YOU 130

SMILE 131

HANDSHAKE 132

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Example: “Thank you for meeting with me today, I hope to hear from you soon!” 134

(Then smile and offer a handshake! 135

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Your Practice Answer Sheet 1. Tell me about yourself.

2. Why are you applying here?

3. What areas do you feel you need to improve on?

4. Why would you be a good candidate for this position?

5. What is your idea of teamwork?

6. What would a teacher or past supervisor say about you?

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7. How do you typically handle stress on the job or in the school?

8. What is your idea of customer service?

9. Describe a difficult school/work situation and how you overcame it?

10. What do you think it takes to be successful in a job? Closing Interview Questions: 1: 2:

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Mock Interview Evaluation Name of Applicant___________________________ Questions: Please rate on a scale of 1 (unacceptable) to 5 (outstanding)

1. Tell me about yourself. 1 2 3 4 5

2. Why are you applying here? 1 2 3 4 5

3. What areas do you feel you need to improve on? 1 2 3 4 5

4. Why would you be a good candidate for this position? 1 2 3 4 5

5. What is your idea of teamwork? 1 2 3 4 5

6. What would a teacher or past supervisor say about you? 1 2 3 4 5

7. How do you typically handle stress on the job or in the school? 1 2 3 4 5

8. What is your idea of customer service? 1 2 3 4 5

9. Describe a difficult school/work situation and how you overcame it? 1 2 3 4 5

10. What do you think it takes to be successful in a job? 1 2 3 4 5 Please list any question you may have asked not listed above and rate how it was answered

11. 1 2 3 4 5

12. 1 2 3 4 5

13. “Do you have any question for me?” 1 2 3 4 5

Rate the Applicant: Personal Appearance 1 2 3 4 5 Proper Greeting 1 2 3 4 5 Poise/Posture 1 2 3 4 5 Maturity 1 2 3 4 5 Attitude 1 2 3 4 5 Self Confidence 1 2 3 4 5 Verbal Skills 1 2 3 4 5 Nonverbal Skills 1 2 3 4 5 Appropriate Answers 1 2 3 4 5 Proper Closing 1 2 3 4 5 Resume 1 2 3 4 5 Areas of Improvement: Strengths:

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At the Interview

Last Mirror Check!

______ 1. Shower ______ 2. Hair is combed or brushed ______ 3. Clothing is not wrinkled ______ 4. No gum ______ 5. Teeth are clean ______ 6. Breath is fresh ______ 7. Smell good

(but not overpowering) ______ 8. Phone is off

(and stays off until the interview is over)

When you meet your interviewer:

Smile Body Language Shake their hand firmly, but don’t squeeze

If you have to wait….

Don’t have headphones in your ear Don’t interrupt if somebody is talking Don’t roam or fidget Don’t be rude if you are kept waiting Don’t have anybody with you!

Would I hire me?!?

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Take this quiz to see how ready you are for an interview!

True or False

T F You should answer questions very quickly and never pause

T F It’s okay to ramble on about personal information so they get to know you T F Be positive during the interview, showing interest and enthusiasm T F Feel free to touch your face as much as you want and run your fingers through

your hair

T F If you use tobacco make sure you have a cigarette or a chew to calm your nerves before the interview

T F Give great eye contact and smile often

T F Talk excessively about your former employer

T F Leave the premises right after your interview

T F Wander around before your interview and get to know the place

T F Make sure you ask how many sick days you get even before the job is offered to you

T F If you are grumpy in the am ask that nobody talks to you

T F It is ok to shower the night before my interview, as long as it is within 24 hours

T F It is important NOT to ask any questions at the end of your interview

T F When you shake the employers hand, it is important that you squeeze their hand to show him/her that you are physically strong

T F It is important that you sit-‐up straight and don’t fidget while waiting in a lobby or waiting for my interview

T F The employer has my resume, so I don’t need to take one with me

T F Always remember to focus on your strengths during the interview

T F Make sure you drink a lot of water before you go so your throat isn’t dry

T F If the employer asks you about areas you need to improve on, make sure your answer is as short as possible.

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Documents

Getting Ready For Employmentspecialservices.deltaschools.com/content/transition/resume-and-interview-curriculum.pdf! 6! Resume Worksheet This worksheet will help you write your resume