Employability Skills Profile

Employability SKILLS are flexible, adaptable and transferrable to any work placement….

LOTS of FORMS- to be read, filled and signed by: -coop student -coop teacher -parent/guardian -employer -principal LOTS of FORMS- to be read, filled and signed by: -coop student -coop teacher -parent/guardian -employer -principal

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

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In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

Other FORMS- to be signed by: -coop student -coop teacher -parent -employer -principal Other FORMS- to be signed by: -coop student -coop teacher -parent -employer -principal

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

ORIENTATION CHECKLIST FOR EMPLOYERS PURPOSE: The Orientation Checklist will assist the employer in making the students transition to the work force fluid and stress- free. This knowledge should aid in a good start in the place of employment, and help the student towards becoming a competent, productive employee! Introduce the student to all persons whom they will have contact. Show the student location of offices, equipment and supplies they will use. Explain the duties of the students first assignments. Inform the student of who will be directly responsible for their supervision. Inform co-workers of their relationship to the student, and solicit their cooperation. Inform student of arrival quitting time and check-in and check-out procedures. Inform student of lunchtime and relief procedures and regulations. Inform student of location of restrooms, lunchroom telephone, etc. Inform student of expected appropriate work attire. Inform student about any work information to be kept confidential. Inform the student of career possibilities in the work site.

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

Time Sheets rubrics Weekly Time Sheet guidelines : Value of 5 points 2 point: all required information - student name, company, supervisor, date, time in and out, daily total hours, total week hours worked, and both signatures. 3 points: complete description of daily activities MINUS 10% IF LATE.

WEEKLY JOURNAL TOPICS Please select topics on a random basis 1-The first week is over. Write about how you felt going to the workplace on that first day. Were you anxious, apprehensive, calm or ready to take on the world. How did you approach the new surroundings, the new people, and the new job? Were you comfortable the first day? Did it get more comfortable on the following days? What was the biggest hurdle to overcome in the first week? 2-Being ready for work. Write about how you must change your schedule and perspective in order to accommodate going to the Co-op placement each day. What did you have to do with your school schedule to make sure you got to work on time? What did you have to do with personal commitments so that you could do your Co-op program? How do dress, attendance and punctuality affect you at your co-op placement? 3-Communication-Knowledge-Understanding Write about how these three words help you learn and progress in your work placement. How is your comfort level when approaching employees with a question or when you don’t understand what they are talking about and you seek clarification of a concept or procedure? How do you feel the employees respond to your questions and inquiries? 4-“Joe Jobs” Write about the mundane jobs that you have encountered in the workplace. How have you dealt with being the person who gets to do all the jobs that no one wants to do? How do the “Joe Jobs” at your work placement compare with the “Joe Jobs” at your part time work? How do the regular employees deal with the “Joe Jobs”? How do you feel about doing the “Joe Jobs”? 5-Feeling Good Write about a time at your work placement when you felt really good about the experience you are having. How did the event that produced the good feeling come about? How did it make you feel about the rest of your co-workers? Did the experience allow you to feel more a part of the workplace?

Journal rubrics Weekly Journal guidelines : Value of 10 points Must be passed in on Mondays or first school day of the week. 1-Must have the following information at the top of the page (2 points) Name in full, Date passed in Topic of journal and Week dates, COOP Teacher’s name 2-Document must (2 points) one full page, typed double spaced 12 font 3-Body of Document must (6 points) Be on topic and relate to your job placement Corrected for spelling, proper grammar and punctuation MINUS 10% IF LATE.

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

MONCTON HIGH SCHOOL 207 Church Street, Moncton, N.B. E1C 5A3 Tel.: Fax: CO-OP EDUCATION CHAPTER WORK OUTLINE All assignments and activities identified with portfolio icon ◙ must be added to your COOP Ed. Portfolio final assignment. SECTION I: JOB SEARCH TOOLS – CHAPTER 7 DO LAST A-Define, and give examples and importance of; 1-Résumé, Career goals, Personal information, References, Application forms, Cover letter, Thank-you and Follow-up letters p B-Complete the following questions and activities; (create one of each) 2- ◙ Write your updated Résumép ◙ Write a Covering Letterp. 143

SECTION II: THE INTERVIEW PROCESS – CHAPTER 8 A-Define, give examples and give importance of: 1-Job Interview, letter of recommendation p List all the preparation steps, stages and interview strategies p B-Complete the following questions and activities; 3-Analyzing Key Concepts- Questions p. 165 SECTION III: PERSONAL DISCOVERY – CHAPTER 1 A-Define, give examples and give importance of; 1- Self-Assessmentp Personalityp Multiple Intelligencep Emotional Intelligencep Valuesp Self-concept……………………p.33

B-Complete the following questions and activities; 7-Activity 1-Personal History.....…………………………….….…p Activity 2-Personality Quiz, score and write your personality type descriptions p Activity 3-Connect Personality Type to Jobs………….…………p Activity 7 p Answer questions; What is Your Self-Concept? p Answer questions; What Have I Learned About Myself?…p.35 SECTION III: PERSONAL DISCOVERY – CHAPTER 1

SECTION IV: EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS – CHAPTER 4 A-Define, give examples and give significance of: 1-Employability Skillsp.75 2-Academic, Personal Management and Teamwork Skillsp.75 3-Problem Solving, Decision Making, Problem-Solving Processp Time Management, Accountabilityp. 87 B-Complete the following questions and activities; 5-Activity 1.1 p.75 6-Analyzing Key Concepts, questions p.90

SECTION V: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION – CHAPTER 5 A-Define, give examples and give significance of: 1-Communication, Communication Barriersp Effective Speaking Strategiesp Active Listening, Active Listening Strategiesp Non-Verbal Communication…………p.101 B-Complete the following questions and activities; 5-Activity 4p Analyzing Key Concepts, questions 1-8p. 109

SECTION VI: MEDIATION, NEGOTIATION – CHAPTER 9 A-Define and give significance of: 1-Teamwork……………………………………………p Assertive, Aggressive, Passive Behaviorp Conflict diagram and Conflict Resolution processp Human Rights, Discrimination, Harassmentp B-Complete the following questions and activities; 5-Activity 2.2, 2.3p Analyzing Key Concepts, 1-10 p. 184

DO FIRST SECTION VII: FIT FOR WORK – SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE – CHAPTERS A-Define, give examples and significance of: 1-Occupational Health Issuesp. 187–188 2-Positive and Negative Stressp Multi-taskingp Injuryp Ergonomicsp Hazards and Types of Hazardsp. 201–204 7-List Basic Rights in the Canada Labor Codep Enforcing Safety Lawsp. 210–211 9-Workers Compensationp. 213 B-Complete the following questions and activities; 10-Analyzing Key Concepts, Questions 1-6p Analyzing Key Concepts, Questions 1-7p. 216

C-Health and safety project research: Co-op Placement Must be completed and reviewed individually before starting date. Write a description of your coop placement working environnement Research possible health and safety issues at work and how to avoid each situation. Make a list of step-what you should do if ask or put in a situation where you fell not secure or not confident to do task or no prepared to complete what you are asked to do. What are your rights. Who should you immediatly take to…

Health and Safety project worksafebc.com om/Topics/Apprenticeships /HealthTopics.asp?ReportI D= om/Topics/Apprenticeships /HealthTopics.asp?ReportI D=36655

In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at In the event of absence from the workplace the student must notify the employer and MHS Co-op Office at

Arriving on time, leaving on time, punctuality, attendance, excuses…excuses…excuses, always blaming others, bad mood, dress code???, TRUST = responsibilities = fun stuff you want to learn… Coop dropouts Attendance Cell phones Steeling and lying Disobeying Lack of respect of others and equipment

Attitude Contagious Huge impact on your future Postive attitude is priceless Always showing Many different attitudes The way you look at your whole environment Life experiences influence your attitude Personal Attitude sent out is generally the one that comes back More positive, the more effective Negative environments make for greater challenges Your attitude is you: Don’t only sell what you do, sell what you are!

Coop Teacher Signature _______________________________ MHS Principal Signature

Student Code of Ethics As a student in the Gordon Ford College of Business at Western Kentucky University, I understand that it is my duty to behave in a courteous and ethical manner at all times. The attitudes and habits I develop as a student form the core of my professional behavior. As such, I will set an example of the highest caliber for those who work with me. To promote these behaviors within the student body, I will use the principles of honesty, integrity, respect and professionalism as my personal, academic, and professional guide. HONESTY: Understand the Gordon Ford College’s policies on academic conduct, and practice them as a part of my life Honor my personal obligation to be sincere and forthright by dealing fairly and truthfully with others INTEGRITY: Maintain my beliefs and values despite changing circumstances and challenging environments Respect my reputation and that of my College and University by avoiding unethical behaviors and the circumstances that encourage them RESPECT: Embrace the diverse perspectives and accomplishments of others, knowing that it is the personal and cultural variations among people that enrich us individually and as a society Take pride in my College and University by protecting our facilities and their surroundings PROFESSIONALISM: Maintain the highest standards of performance, conduct, and cooperation with my fellow students, faculty, staff, and co-workers Perform my duties with due diligence and make a continuous effort towards improvement