ACTIVITIES• Build connection between myself and students• Generate processing, thinking, problem solving• Generate team work• Help produce student involvement• Connect the dots to the real world

CREATING RELEVANCE

IS THE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL PROGRAM

ListeningCommunicating

Solving

Problems

Great First ImpressionInterview Tips and Much More

Interviews to ResumesRelevance and Relationship

Envision. Experience. Excel.www.ictctech.com

Indian Capital Technology Center• Cindy Jack, M.S., L.P.C. –Career Placement Specialist• ICTC-Oklahoma 4 Campuses Muskogee, Tahlequah, Stilwell, Sallisaw • Rural-South East OK-See Demographics• Stand alone-not in the high school• OK Department of Career and Technology Education-Stillwater• 70% high school juniors and seniors and 30% adult• ICTC Demographics- Around 1250. 45% Female-55% Male

White-39.5% American Indian-36.9% African American 3.9% Hispanic-7% Asian .7% Pacific Islander .2%

Non-Resident .08% Two or More-9.9% Unknown 1.82%• Full-time/part-time-most programs 2 full years• College alliance-earn college hours while at ICTC• Business and Industry as Partners• Evening and on-line courses

http://www.ictctech.com/fulltimecourses.htm

Muskogee, Oklahoma

• Population-70,000• Average Income-50,000• Ethnicity: U.S. Census-White-55% African American-16%

American Indian-15% 2 or more races-8% Hispanic/Latino-7% Other-3%Asian-<1% 3 or more races-<1%

• Arkansas River-Port City• Major highways• Railroad• Universities, Colleges and Junior Colleges• Business and Industry:

• Agriculture• Retail Trade• Health Care-Veterans Affairs-Hospital and Large Call Center Native American

Facilities• Construction and Manufacturing• Arts and Recreation• Public Administration • Accommodations and Food Services

BRIEF HISTORY Research• Everyone needs a resume-But what

else?• Began to develop curriculum-Great

First Impression (GFI)• GFI grew out of the need for

relevance and relationship• Needed to consider:

• Needs of our population• Needs of our employers• Current Industries in our area

Be A Career Researcher Not a Job Searcher

This Session Will:

• Reveal the current work readiness practices and strategies being taught at the ICTC Muskogee Campus

• Current Curriculum-Great First Impression (GFI)-Interview Tips and Much More

• Relevance, relationship, and rigor

The Job Search Process is More

Complicated Than Ever

Before

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a

lifetime. Chinese Proverb

OUR OBJECTIVES FOR STUDENTS:Using Student Centered Presentations

• Connect: make the learning process relevant to students’ field of study.

• Prepare: educate and train-give them the resources and tools. Understand and review individual skills, knowledge and abilities.

• Motivate: connecting the dots-relevance provides the student with an incentive to learn and be successful. Students see the why.

• Empower: connect, motivate and prepare-provides the insight and strength to be successful.

“FINDING A JOB IS A JOB IN ITSELF”. UNKOWN

1ST Year Students• Xenia Drueppel-National Guard Educational Liaison• Communication, problem solving, team work and diversity

2nd Year StudentsGFI curriculum• Skills/abilities-strengths and weaknesses• Researching and understanding business/industry• Interview skills/etiquette• Resume writing• Mock interview• On-line job board-ICTC/College Central

SKILLS THAT WILL PAY THE BILLSAKA-CLASSROOM/EMPLOYER EXPECTATIONS

Strong Work Ethic-Work Hard Are you motivated and dedicated to getting the job done, no matter what? Will you be conscientious and do your best work?

Show a Positive AttitudeAre you optimistic and upbeat? Will you generate good energy and good will?

Good Communication SkillsAre you both verbally articulate and a good listener? Can you make your case and express your needs in a way that builds bridges with colleagues, customers and vendors?

Manage Your Time WiselyDo you know how to prioritize tasks and work on a number of different projects at once? Will you use your time on the job wisely?

Be a Problem SolverAre you resourceful and able to creatively solve problems that will inevitably arise? Will you take ownership of problems or leave them for someone else?

Be a Team Player-Be RespectfulWill you work well in groups and teams? Will you be cooperative and take a leadership role when appropriate?

Build Self-ConfidenceDo you truly believe you can do the job? Will you project a sense of calm and inspire confidence in others? Will you have the courage to ask questions that need to be asked and to freely contribute your ideas?

Accept and Learn From CriticismWill you be able to handle criticism? Are you coachable and open to learning and growing as a person and as a professional?

Learn Flexibility/AdaptabilityAre you able to adapt to new situations and challenges? Will you embrace change and be open to new ideas?

Working Well Under PressureCan you handle the stress that accompanies deadlines and crises? Will you be able to do your best work and come through in a pinch?

Adapted from-Top 10 Soft Skills for Job Hunters http://jobs.aol.com/articles/2009/01/26/top-10-soft-skills-for-job-hunters/ By Kate Lorenz , Posted Jan 26th 2009 @ 2:40PMRevised 11/10. See ICTC student handbook for complete list of rules and expectations

As you read this title what words, phrases, or images come to mind in relationship to the world of work?

What is currently goingon in the world of work?

http://www.ictctech.com/documentsanddownloads/Documentsandhandouts/greatfirstimpressions.pdf

Video: Get a Job! Interviews and ResumesSunburst Visual Media-A Division of AIM Education, Inc. Guidance and Health

Get a Job! Interviews and Resumes-Sunburst Visual Mediahttp://www.sdteach.com/get-a-job-interviews-and-resumes-dvd.html

Understand-the job is to sell yourself!• Research the company • Understand technical skills, soft skills and transferable skills• Identify your strengths and weaknesses in relationship to job

applying for• Understand abilities and interests• Interview etiquette• Appearance• How to interview-employers’ expectations• How to sell yourself on paper-resume

CREATE A PERSONAL BRANDA STUDENT MUST UNDERSTAND HIS/HER RELATIONSHIP TO

THE INTERVIEW PROCESS

YOU AND YOUR ABILITIES INVENTORY

Here is a series of questions intended to help you to discover yourself. If you answer more “yes” than “no” responses for any group or questions, you may assume that this area is probably one in which you are likely to shine or at least one you should investigate further. Intelligence Thinking, processing, and reasoning YES NO

1. Do you learn quickly? ____ ____ 2. Do you reason things out by yourself? ____ ____ 3. Do you see the relationship between what you learn & what you previously learned? ____ ____ 4. Do you remember what you heard or read without effort? ____ ____ 5. Do you have a large vocabulary which you are able to use easily & accurately? ____ ____ 6. Do you have the ability to solve difficult mental problems? ____ ____ 7. Do you ask intelligent questions? ____ ____ 8. Do you have a wide range of interests and hobbies? ____ ____ 9. Do you figure out original ways of doing things? ____ ____ 10. Do you have knowledge of a particular field far in advance of your classmates? ____ ____ 11. Do you have a mind which is alert, observant, and quick to respond to new situations? ____ ____

TOTAL ____ ____ Scientific Ability Because science plays such a big role in the world today ability in this area is becoming increasingly important for academic success. YES NO

1. Do you have an understanding of math far in advance of most people in your class? ____ ____ 2. Do you have a clear understanding of logical relationships? ____ ____ 3. Do you have especially good eye-hand coordination? ____ ____ 4. Do you take extra time on an assignment or subject of special interest? ____ ____ 5. Do you have the ability to continue working on a project or experiment in spite ____ ____

repeated failures? 6. Do you want to know the causes and reasons for things which happen? ____ ____ 7. Do you spend a great deal of time on special science projects? ____ ____ 8. Do you read scientific literature & find satisfaction in thinking about & discussing

scientific inventions, discoveries or events? ____ ____ TOTAL____ ____ General Creative Ability Some people are gifted with the ability to think creatively & originally. They are the ones responsible for varied aspects of our progress-social, scientific, and cultural. They are the “idea” people, & the fruits of their creativity may blossom in industry, science, art, writing, drama, or music. YES NO

1. Are you the kind of person who is likely to have new ideas on many subjects? ____ ____ 2. Are you the kind of person who invents things or creates original short stories, essays,

plays, poems, tunes, sketches? ____ ____ 3. Are you the kind of person who can use materials, words, or ideas in original ways? ____ ____ 4. Are you the kind of person who sees flaws in methods or procedures & can suggest

better ways of doing things? ____ ____ 5. Are you the kind of person who experiments with new methods or ideas? ____ ____ 6. Are you the kind of person who is flexible & open-minded; changes his/her mind if

necessary; is not afraid of new ideas? ____ ____ TOTAL ____ ____

Interests, Abilities,Learning Styles.

DO WE LIVE IN A MORE POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE WORLD?

Knowing Who You

Are Is The Key To The Process

Questions Frequently Asked During An InterviewWhat are your strengths? • The key is to focus on work related strengths• Sell yourself! • Make a list of your related skills and experiences ahead of time. Have it memorized. Have at least three skills

memorized and ready to share. Use page 3, 19-22, and 26

What would your previous employers or teachers tell me about you?• This is the employer’s way of saying they will check your references • Don’t be surprised as to what your previous employers/teachers will say. Ask a previous employer/teacher if you do

not know what he/she will say • By knowing what they will say, you can honestly share your strengths in the interview• If you can not obtain a recommendation from a previous employer/teacher you may have to explain this in your

interview

What qualifications, skills, and experiences do you have that make you feel you will be successful in your field? • Use the information you included in your resume • Here is where you should share all skills and qualifications you have learned and earned at school, at ICTC, and any

job that you have worked on in the past (job related, learned & transferable)• Make a list ahead of time so that you can easily share them with the employer

What are some of your weaknesses? • The key here is to focus on work and not character weaknesses • Turn a negative into a positive. For example, “I have been accused of working too much. I feel that it is important

to stay late to get caught up before I go home” • Another example would be to talk about a true weakness and show what you are doing to work on the issue. For

example, “in the past I was a little disorganized. Now I use a daily planner or notebook to list the things that I need to get done for that day or week. This really helps me to stay organized”

• Remember that no one is perfect. The employer wants to see how you handle problems • (Caution….you need to think about these questions ahead of time. Talk with your parents, instructor at ICTC,

teachers, etc. to make sure that you do not use a weakness that could hurt your chances of getting this position.)

INTERVIEW ETIQUETTE

• Appearance• Dress• Attitude• Important to practice in front of a mirror• Body language• Hand shake vs. no hand shake• How to address the employer• Arriving on time prepared to work-an interview is a job

RESUME

• Critical, critical, critical• Real first impression-We are a piece of paper• Hundreds of ways to write resumes• Research your field and job advertisements• ICTC template vs. resume writing program

Key Concepts• Prove It!• Related to the job you are applying for• Concise, clear, grammatically correct• We are not texting• Look at your resume like you would a job advertisement• Employer looks at resume for 5-7 seconds• Professional summary related to job applying for

Personal Trainer JobLocation: Tulsa, Oklahoma, US

Description As a Personal Trainer, you will be responsible for providing various personal training

services that offer members programs to maximize workout efficiency, improve fitness, increase stamina, enjoy their fitness experience and improve overall sense of well being.

Responsibilities- Develop comprehensive personal training programs to ensure clients are satisfied with their

workout program and remain motivated to attain their personal fitness goals- Fulfill Member Service requirement, up to 25 hours per week- duties may include the following:

- Fitness Assessments & Equipment Orientations- Service Desk

- Educational Booths and Seminars- Fitness Equipment Cleaning

- Promote and sell personal training programs and services- Achieve or exceed monthly revenue and session goals- Develop and maintain a personal training client base

Qualifications- Four-year degree in kinesiology, sports medicine, or other related field- Minimum of one nationally accredited Personal Training certification

- 1-2 years personal training or program design experience- 1+ years sales experience

Primary Location: : Oklahoma-Tulsa - TUL - TulsaSchedule: Full-time

What Is a Work Portfolio? A portfolio is a binder/notebook that shows off your work and abilities. It goes beyond a cover letter and a resume. A portfolio is a tool that you develop that gives potential employers a picture of who you are…..your experience, your education, your accomplishments, and your skills. Not only does it show the potential employer who you are, but it also showcases what you have the potential to become in the future. It is designed to do one thing—to support you as you market yourself! A work portfolio can be an aid that will give the employer a sense of how your skills, experience and work ethic contributed to a specific project/job. Portfolios can also be in the format of an e-portfolio (on line), on a flash drive, CD, a slideshow, or a website. Top Reasons to Have a Portfolio • Distinguish yourself from the competition• Turn the interview into an offer• Increase the salary offer by impressing the interviewer• It is tangible proof of your abilities • It might help you get promoted • It can help you find the position that is right for you• If you are nervous in an interview the portfolio will help you begin a conversation

What Type of Information/Items Should be Included in a Portfolio• Resume-Which includes a Professional Summary, a summary of your education, achievements, and work experience, using a chronological or

functional format• Certifications: WorkKeys, ODCTE Career Certifications, Industry Certifications• Education-Transcripts: Official high school and/or ICTC transcripts, degrees, licenses• Awards/Honors/Leadership: certificates, awards, honors and scholarships. Ex:

• Athletic Awards/Letters• Perfect Attendance Letter• Excellent Evaluations from Employers• National Honor Society/National Technical Honor Society• President of Student Council• Newspaper clips that highlight an achievement• ICTC Leadership Team Member-A-Team

• Sample of Work/Projects: You may provide a sampling of your best work (where relevant), including reports, papers, studies, brochures, projects, presentations, pictures of completed projects (with a brief description/details of the project)

• Military records, awards and badges• Letters of Recommendation/List of References (may be on your resume)

Important Notes• A portfolio is not a scrapbook with pictures of family and friends• You should use proper grammar and spelling• You should keep things simple and professional• Keep it short (no more than about 25 pages)• Use dividers so that you can find a sample quickly in an interview

Using the Portfolio in an Interview• Incorporating your portfolio into the interview is not really any different than answering questions. There is the typical give-

and-take of conversation, but rather than just talking about something, you can: • Let the interviewer know you have an example to show. When you are finished answering the question(s) with your visual

aid, close the portfolio and wait for the next question. • You can use your portfolio to support your responses. For example, the interviewer might say, "I see that you have worked

on your school newspaper. What were your favorite writing assignments?" You might reply, "My favorite assignments include this article (turn portfolio towards the interviewer and show them the article in the portfolio) that required a lot of research and this creative writing piece (show article) that I wrote for a special edition.

• If you are unable to present it during the interview, begin the time allotted for questions by mentioning that you would like to present your portfolio.

• If you choose to use an online portfolio, make sure you know where everything is. The best way to do so is practice so that when you make the presentation, everything runs smoothly.

• Keep presentations of each piece of your portfolio short. Respect the interviewers time and avoid going on and on about everything in your portfolio. Limit presentations only to pertinent information. Finally, never give out originals. You will need these in the future.

(Information adapted from: http://dolphin1.net/network/dolphinsong/portfolio.htm orhttp://www.engineering.com/Jobs/EngineeringJobInterviewTips/tabid/4934/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/392/Job-Interview-Tip-6--Creating-a-Work-Portfolio.aspx)

*****Since your portfolio might be stored on a bookshelf in your classroom, please do not add confidential information to your portfolio (i.e. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, test scores, high school transcripts, grades) until you leave ICTC. If you have any questions about this please talk to your Instructor.*****

OTHER WORK READINESS INITIATIVES AT ICTC

• District Work Readiness Professional Learning Community (PLC)-Poster

• Portfolios• Weekly sessions with all students-soft skills• Industry assessments• Social media curriculum• WorkKeys-ACT Product

• Reading• Math• Locating Information• CR101-practice curriculum for soft skills and academic skills

Great First Impression-ResourcesCindy Jack, M.S., L.P.C. cindyj@ictctech.com

Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Educationhttps://www.okcareertech.org/educators/career-and-academic-connections/career-information-resources/career-information-resources?searchterm=pocket+resume+brochure

http://www.okcareertech.org/educators/cimc/resources/downloads-1/soft-skills-some-suggested-resources/view

Indian Capital Technology Center-GFIhttp://www.ictctech.com/documentsanddownloads/Documentsandhandouts/greatfirstimpressions.pdf

Top 10 Soft Skills for Job Hunters By Kate Lorenz , Posted Jan 26thhttp://jobs.aol.com/articles/2009/01/26/top-10-soft-skills-for-job-hunters/

Soft Skills to Pay the Bills — Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Successhttp://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/youth/softskills/

Video: Get a Job! Interviews and Resumes-Sunburst Visual Mediahttp://www.sdteach.com/get-a-job-interviews-and-resumes-dvd.html

ICTC-College Centralhttp://www.collegecentral.com/ictc/

http://www.collegecentral.com/

Job Shop-Job Search Guides-Self-Help information for job-seeking customerhttp://www.jobshopinc.com/jobsearch-guides.shtml

Work Related Portfolioshttp://dolphin1.net/network/dolphinsong/portfolio.htm

http://www.engineering.com/Jobs/EngineeringJobInterviewTips/tabid/4934/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/392/Job-Interview-Tip-6--Creating-a-Work-Portfolio.aspx)