Career Pathways Exploration

Shannon Janovitz

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Career Pathways Exploration

Explore different career pathways

In this lesson, students will explore various career pathways, identifying the education, skills, and experiences needed for success. Through interactive sessions, students will map out potential career trajectories, helping them understand the steps required to achieve their career goals. This lesson is important as it empowers students to make informed decisions about their future, fostering self-sufficiency and responsible citizenship.

Audience

9th to 12th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Explore different career pathways

Materials

Career Pathways Worksheet, Career Pathways Discussion Guide, Pens, and Post-it Notes

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to the concept of career pathways.
Discuss the importance of planning and exploring different career options early.
Explain the objectives of the lesson.

Step 2

Career Pathways Exploration

20 mins

Distribute the Career Pathways Worksheet to each student.
Guide students to explore different industries and the careers within them.
Encourage students to identify the education, skills, and experiences needed for their chosen careers.
Allow students to use post-it notes to jot down ideas and stick them on a board for group sharing.

Step 3

Interactive Career Mapping

20 mins

Have students pair up and share their career pathways with each other.
Encourage them to discuss the similarities and differences in their chosen paths.
Facilitate a group discussion on the various pathways and what students found interesting or surprising.

Step 4

Closure

10 mins

Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
Encourage students to continue exploring and researching careers of interest.
Provide resources for further exploration, such as websites or career counseling services.

Discussion

Career Pathways Discussion Guide

This guide will help facilitate a discussion on the different career pathways students are interested in and the skills required for each.

What career pathways are you interested in and why?

Encourage students to think about their interests and how they align with potential careers.

What skills and education are necessary for your chosen career?

Guide students to consider both formal education and soft skills.

How can you start preparing for your career now?

Discuss actionable steps students can take, such as internships or skill-building activities.

Worksheet

Career Pathways Worksheet

This worksheet will help students map out potential career pathways, including the education, skills, and experiences needed for success.

List three career pathways you are interested in.

What education is required for each career?

Identify three skills necessary for each career.

What experiences (e.g., internships, volunteer work) would benefit you in these careers?