Post on 22-Feb-2016
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Less Traveled IITaking the
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Any occupation in which women
or men comprise 25% or
less of its total employment is
considered nontraditional.
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Definition of Nontraditional Occupation?Occupations or careers may be nontraditional based on a history of gender stereotyping, segregation and discrimination in the workforce. For the purposes of this resource the term “nontraditional” is used to refer to the gender underrepresented in an occupation.
43%
In 2007, 43% of female-headed households with children under the age of eighteen lived in poverty compared with 8.5% for children in married-couple families.
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Why Nontraditional?
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For women, the need for better wages is imperative given the high poverty data regarding women and their families.
Workforce and economic development is critical as the need for workers across the nation exceeds the supply of trained workers available.
For individuals, a nontraditional occupation could be a better career fit when considering job skills, personal interests and lifestyle.
Why Nontraditional?
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Why Nontraditional? Average wages for the top 20 leading occupations for
women and men.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Household Data Annual Averages, Table 39 Median weekly earnings of full-time wage and salary workers by detailed occupation and sex. Available at www.bls.gov/cps/cpsaat39.pdf
Women$33,176 Annually
Men$41,496 Annually
Women’s earnings were 80% of men’sSource: Department of Labor, Women’s Bureau. Available at www.dol.gov/wb/factsheets/Qf-laborforce-07.htm
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Why Nontraditional? Pay gap is largely a result of
women working in traditional jobs which pay less than male dominated jobs.
Non-traditional careers for women and men:http://www.quintcareers.com/non-traditional_careers.html
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Salaries: http://www.acinet.org/acinet/select_occupation.asp?next=occ_rep
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Social/cultural• Socialization to traditional gender roles• Lack of support from family, friends, and classmates
or coworkers• Lack of self-confidence• Lack of gender role models
Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females
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Education and Training• Limited information about
nontraditional options• Gender is usually directed to
traditional classes• Isolation and sexual harassment
in classrooms• Lack of instructor support• Lack of support services such as
transportation to class
Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females
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Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females
On the Job• Discrimination in hiring, firing, promotion, layoffs
• Lack of facilities to accommodate gender
• Isolation and sexual harassment in the workplace
• Lack of union support in some trade areas
• Lack of support services such as transportation to class or child care
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Social/cultural• Perception that men aren’t caring• Perception that men who choose a
nontraditional career aren’t masculine
• May be less opportunity for advancement
SalaryMany nontraditional occupations for
men have low salaries.
Other Roadblocks for Males
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Social/culturalMany women have limited experience with tools and mechanical operations, so they are hesitant to enroll in a course where they feel unprepared or behind their peers.
Other Roadblocks for Females
Education and Training• Lack of prerequisite classes in
math and science• Lack of support services for
child care
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Social/culturalWork to educate and raise awareness as to the benefits of entering a nontraditional career.• Invite, involve, and educate parents.• Conduct elementary and middle school
programs.• Provide role models and mentors.
Solutions to Overcome Roadblocks
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Education and TrainingWork to ensure that all students are able to make a choice of careers based upon their skills and abilities and not their gender.• Provide access to and support for academic proficiency
especially in math and science.• Implement and model gender-fair institutional strategies.• Conduct professional development with teachers at all
levels.
Solutions to Overcome Roadblocks
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Education and Training (cont.)• Review career guidance materials and practices for
gender bias and nontraditional exposure and support.
• Evaluate all school materials for gender bias and positive nontraditional images.
• Conduct pre-technical training programs.• Conduct nontraditional student support groups and
peer counseling.
Solutions to Overcome Roadblocks
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On the jobBe a part of the solution that provides a safe and harassment free environment for all workers regardless of their gender.• Increase competence in diversity and sexual harassment
prevention.• Provide nontraditional role models, mentors, and job shadowing.• Provide a continuum of support services.• Invite, involve, and educate business.• Collaborate with community-based organizations.
Solutions to Overcome Roadblocks