Get a High School Job: How to Write a Resume, Ace Interviews, & Utilize Skills!

Completed by 12 learners

Ages 15-18

Live One-Time Class

This class is designed to equip teens with essential job-searching skills. It covers resume writing, interview techniques, and job application strategies, ensuring students are prepared to secure their first job!

Mrs. Kim

Average rating:

4.8

Number of reviews:

(5 reviews)

Live video meetings

Meets once

2-8 learners per class

75 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

1 hrs 15 mins in-class hours

Homework

1 hour per week. Students will be able to complete a cover letter and resume for me to review and approve, ensuring they are ready to start applying for jobs immediately after the class. While this is not a requirement after the class, I do highly recommend it!

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 12

Beginner Level

Students will learn essential components of resumes to capture employers' attention, as well as key elements and formatting for effective cover letters. The class covers resume writing, job interview skills, job search strategies, and the skills needed to land a job. We will also go over resume templates and a sample resume, with a discussion and questions at the end. No prior resume writing experience is required.

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First 5 minutes: Greetings and assessing prior experience with job searching and resume writing.

5 minutes: Understanding resumes, their importance, and why starting in high school is beneficial.

25 minutes: Exploring powerful resume templates, what to include, and the best order for education and experience. We will also explore cover letters and why they are important. 

15 minutes: Drafting a sample resume based on student feedback and experience.

10 minutes: Job search strategies, including how to find job listings and apply.

10 minutes: Discussing the skills needed to land a job and how to develop them.

20 minutes: Job interview skills, including common questions and effective responses.

10 minutes: Wrap-up, last questions, and option to post resumes for feedback in the classroom.

Learning Goals

Students will learn how to create an attention-grabbing resume, write an effective cover letter, master job interview skills, and develop strategies for job searching and landing their first job. They will gain hands-on experience through resume templates, sample resumes, and interactive discussions.

Other Details

Learning Needs

Yes, this class can support unique learning needs! I incorporate multi-sensory learning techniques, such as visual aids, interactive activities, and hands-on practice, as well as flexible pacing, clear and concise instructions, and breaks.

Parental Guidance

No parental guidance is needed during the class, but parents are encouraged to work with their students afterward to ensure they utilize the class time effectively and apply what they've learned.

Pre-Requisites

This class does not require any prerequisites.

Supply List

Materials learners will need to complete the class include: writing materials such as pens, pencils, and paper for note-taking, any existing resumes or job-related documents the students want to review or include in the class discussion. 

Optional: Access to a printer if they want to print out resume templates or other materials.

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Sources

Sources that may be used include: sample resume and cover letter templates (downloads), job search websites (e.g., Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor), videos and articles on job search strategies and skills development These resources will provide comprehensive guidance and practical examples to support the learning process and will be included with the class.

Meet the teacher

Mrs. Kim

Joined April, 2024

4.8

5reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

I am a good fit to teach this subject due to my 15 years of experience in the professional field, where I have served as an operations manager and a small business owner. In these roles, I have extensive experience hiring employees based on their resumes and interviews, providing me with a deep understanding of what employers look for in job candidates. My practical experience in evaluating and selecting candidates makes me well-equipped to teach students how to create effective resumes, excel in interviews, and successfully navigate the job search process.