How To Fill Out How To Fill Out A Job A Job

ApplicationApplication

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Learning ObjectivesLearning Objectives

This lesson will be used to prepare students for the real-world of work.

To gain experience in filling out a job application. 

To practice writing and filling out sample job application forms on multiple levels.

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Pre-test - True or FalsePre-test - True or False

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1. You should use a blue or blank ink pen to fill out a job application,

2. It is important to fill out all pertinent information.

3. You must lie about bad job experiences.

4. References are not important.5. Arrive early with a neat appearance.

Resources and Resources and TechnologyTechnology

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This link appeals to viewers of all multiple intelligences…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIRvxk9Gcf8Great websites:• ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Fill-Out-A-Job-Application•www.nhlink.net/employme/new.htm (Includes a sample)

Preparing to get a Preparing to get a Job Application Job Application

1. Arrive to the establishment early in the day clean and neat

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Picking Up The Job Picking Up The Job ApplicationApplication

2. Request 2 copies in case of error

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Filling Out The Job Filling Out The Job ApplicationApplication

3. Read directions before you write

Use a ball point pen and print only

Write legibly and neat

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Filling Out The Job Filling Out The Job ApplicationApplication

4. Write in all fields. If not applicable write n/a. Go the extra mile filling out

details Use complete spelling and

vocabulary

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Filling Out The Job Filling Out The Job ApplicationApplication

5. Sell yourself! Be honest – you

can be fired from the job at any time if you have lied on a job application.

Write skills that match your Resume

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Completing the Completing the ApplicationApplication

7. Have someone proofread and check application

References are important, add them! Time to hand in the application

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Post TestPost Test

1. You should use a #3 pencil to fill out a job application, False

2. It is important to fill out all pertinent information True

3. You’ll lie about bad job experiences False

4. References are not important False5. Arrive early with a neat appearance

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AssessmentAssessment

1. Visit 3 employers based on individual Career DNA.

2. Obtain and complete the job applications

3. Utilize information from this lesson

4. Hand in 3 applications for review

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