Do Now:

What is the purpose of a resume? Think, Write, Share. Revise

·  Think, Write (individual work)

·  Share with a partner. Exchange papers. Using a blue/red pen underline “buzz” words (25 cent word) (higher level vocabulary) Underline word that made you say, “wow” I get it. Also underline words or phrases that need revisions. Example, if the said a resume was to show good things about a person. Underline good things and suggest a higher level descriptive word to replace it with. Return to partner. Read suggestions and underlined words. Make any changes or edit based on comments

·  Share with the class. Teacher will listen to statements and write on the word key content vocabulary, “buzz words or higher level descriptive words. Discuss why these words describe the purpose of a resume. Explain to the students that a resume is like an advertisement. It should NOT be an autobiography and must emphasize the best qualities of the candidate in a very sync manner.

·  The purpose of a resume is to provide a summary of your skills, abilities and accomplishments. It is a quick advertisement of who you are. It is a "snapshot" of you with the intent of capturing and emphasizing interests and secure you an interview. It is not an autobiography. Since your resume is a primary tool in your job search, it needs to be carefully written and critiqued.

Contact Information

·  Name:

·  Street Address, City, State, Zip

·  Home Number Or Cell

·  Email Address

Objective: What is a job objective? Think, Write , Share, Revise

·  What is a job objective: This indicates what your job goal is; be specific. In one or two sentences, clearly state what type of job you want.

·  describe your skills by usingaction words.

·  Example of a job description for the Director of Social Studies for the City of Nedlam. I am a highly motivated and goal-oriented licensed teacher committed to pursuing a long term career as a director of Social Studies. I have 10 years of teaching experience with strong geography skills, innovative teaching strategies and 21st century curriculum planning and design.

Education: (explain that the education component can be fabricated. But students should research colleges and universities that have program of study that would fit the job description. Encourage students to consider their passions and strengths and that it is never too early to think about their educational future.

·  Ferryway School

·  Malden High School: High School Diploma

·  Suffolk University: Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts

·  Cambridge College: Masters of Education (1-6); Special Education K-8, English Language Learners (1-6)

Job/Volunteer History:

·  Practicum in Mystic Valley Regional Charter School

·  Para-Professional at Ferryway School

·  Regular Education Teacher at the Ferryway School

·  Technology Team Leader at the Ferryway School

·  Volunteer Tutoring Program YWCA

·  Curriculum Planning and design Ferryway School

Skills: