12th Grade ICAP Career Exploration

Overview Review Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Rubric and set a goal for improvement Explore career options. Review majors and the importance of choosing the right degree, major, or program of study, in terms of career, employment, and pay Learn about and sign up for the 12th Career Fair, if interested Update, save, and print resume in Naviance

Readiness Rubric Academic Knowledge Academic knowledge includes mastery of reading, writing, math, and science as measured by student grades, standardized assessments (e.g. TCAP and college entrance exams), college prep courses completed, and credits earned. Get out your Post-Secondary Readiness Rubric and complete the first section entitled, “Academic Knowledge”

Readiness Rubric Non-Cognitive Abilities Non-cognitive abilities refer to the behaviors, skills, attitudes, and strategies that are not reflected in test scores, but are crucial to both academic, college, and lifelong career performance. Non-cognitive abilities include the following: Behaviors (e.g. attendance, homework completion, study skills, learning strategies, and persistence) Beliefs (e.g. belief that one can improve with effort and hard work as well as the belief that one is responsible for his/her successes and failures) Use the post-secondary Readiness Rubric to assess your non-cognitive behaviors and beliefs. Note: Students who responded positively to Academic Mindset questions on their Readiness Rubric, display what is called a growth mindset. Students with a growth mindset… Believe that their abilities and intelligence can grow and change through effort and learning. View mistakes as learning opportunities. Are more likely to choose challenging tasks and less likely to give up when things get difficult Are more likely to improve their test scores and GPA over time.

21st Century Skills Information Literacy “Untangling the Web” The knowledge, skills, and behaviors to be successful in post-secondary and career. Collaboration “Working Together, Learning Together” Collaboration Self Direction Information Literacy Invention Critical Thinking Critical Thinking “Think Deep, Think Different” Self Direction “Own Your Learning” “Creating Solutions” Invention

Readiness Rubric Non-cognitive Behaviors Use the readiness rubric to assess your Academic Beliefs and Behaviors

Self-Assessment & Goal Setting Although the rubric may say “school work,” these skills and behaviors apply to a work setting as well. Being prepared and on-time, working hard, taking responsibility, and working well with others, etc. are all skills needed for success in college and the workforce. Watch Video “10 things employers look for in their employees” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGdTTbXizYI&feature=related If you are struggling with these 21st Century & Workforce Readiness skills now, you will likely struggle after high school. Develop a plan now to begin improving in these areas. Select one of the categories where you most need to improve Write a goal statement. Include what steps you will take, by when, to see improvement in this area.

Where the Jobs Are Need to give students the whole story.

3. 2. 1. Each year in Colorado, there are… Twice as many high school dropouts as there are jobs available for them More jobs available for HS graduates than there are students who graduate Twice as many job openings for those with some college education as there are students who complete at least some college training What does this mean for you? 3. Taken from report by Colorado Succeeds, “The Business Case for Education Reform.” 2. 1. More HS dropouts than jobs available for them; more jobs for HS graduates than students who graduate: way more careers for college graduates than students who complete PS training

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Earnings Overlap by Educational Attainment Note the percent of people within each education level who earn more or less than those with a Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Median Lifetime Earnings Master’s Doctoral Professional Less than HS Diploma Some College Associate’s HS No degree Why do you think this is? Occupational choices Work skills and work ethic

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Highest-Paying Occupations by Educational Level Click the link to view the Highest-Paying Occupations by Educational Level: http://www.acinet.org/select_educ_rd.asp?next=oview5&optstatus=&id=1&nodeid=7&soccode=&stfips=&jobfam=&ShowAll=

Select 1-2 majors or focus areas of study that most interest you If students are interested, they can use a majors to careers converter found on many college websites to explore careers related to their major of interest. Example website: http://careerservices.rutgers.edu/CareerHandouts.shtml Or use, Clusters to Majors: http://www.denverscholarship.org/document.doc?id=958

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Explore majors by employment rate and pay Use this wall street website to search your top majors by employment rate and earnings: http://graphicsweb.wsj.com/documents/NILF1111/#term Record findings on your handout No idea what you want to do, log into Naviance to complete a Career Interest Survey Addition Resource: http://cew.georgetown.edu/whatsitworth/

Are you ready for your future? Do you know which path to take?

If you’re still uncertain… Register to attend the DPS 12th Grade Career Fair Who should attend the Career Fair? Students who desire a successful start in their college and career pathway and are unsure of next steps in their career planning. Should I come even though I’ve been accepted into college? Yes, especially if you are still undecided about your major or career goals.

Workshop Sessions In addition to career exploration, there will be workshops assisting students with college and career strategies and goals. Examples: Dress for Success Build a Better Resume Career Speed Dating Building your Credit Conflict Management in the Workplace Athletics and Beyond

Steps to Attend Sign up for the event! Complete, save, and print 10-15 copies of your Naviance résumé to bring to the Career Fair. Complete other ICAP Requirements, including… Complete Naviance Career Interest Surveys, Academic Plan Survey, Resume, and MY ICAP Survey Stay on track with your college applications, Personal Statement, scholarship applications, FAFSA, and ACT/Accuplacer prep Prepare for the event! Select professional attire Investigate the businesses and colleges attending at www.dpscareerexpo2015.com Review interview tips and practice answering interview questions Create and practice a 1-2 minute elevator speech about yourself and your goals

Resume Building

Resume Resume Document that highlights your academic and co-curricular strengths; your relevant skills, including 21st century and workforce skills; and your work habits, experiences, and behaviors. Used as a tool to market or sell yourself when applying for a job, scholarship, college program, or another related opportunity. According to Job Outlook 2012 National Association of Colleges and Employers, employers look for evidence of the following on a resume… Ability to work in a team Leadership skills Written communication skills Problem-solving skills Strong work ethic

Naviance Resume Builder Open a new tab and log-in to Naviance using the following Username and Password Student ID # mmddyy Click, “Log In”

Naviance

Naviance Resume Components Objective Summary Work Experience Education Volunteer Service Extracurricular Activities Awards/Certificates Skills/Academic Achievement Music/Artistic Achievement Athletic Achievement References Leadership Click on the drop down menu to select and complete appropriate resume’ categories Use what you learned about majors and career outcomes to help complete your objective See your Goodwill or CTE Resource Specialist for help re-formatting and enhancing your Naviance résumé.

To PRINT & SAVE your RESUME Click “Customize Your Printable Resumes.”   Click “Create a new print format.” Hit SAVE at the bottom of the page after you check all the items you want to be on your resume Don’t forget to print.

Naviance ICAP Survey Click “about me” Click “My ICAP” survey Complete question # 35 & 36 and click You will get a chance to update this survey throughout the year