Dream Job Spark

Instructions: Think about what you want to be when you grow up. What kind of job would you like to have?

Job Jive Script

Warm-Up: Dream Job Spark (3 minutes)

Teacher: "Good morning/afternoon, everyone! To get our brains buzzing, let's start with a quick 'Dream Job Spark' using our Warm Up: Dream Job Spark!

Think about what you want to be when you grow up. What kind of job would you like to have? Take a moment to think about it. If you'd like, you can jot down your ideas on the paper provided or just hold it in your head."

(Pause for students to think/write. After about 1 minute)

Teacher: "Okay, who would like to share their dream job? Don't worry if it sounds silly or impossible – all dreams are welcome here!"

(Call on 2-3 students to share and briefly acknowledge their ideas. Transition smoothly to the next section.)

Introduction: What's a Job and Why Does it Matter? (5 minutes)

Teacher: "Those are fantastic ideas! Today, we're going to talk all about jobs, money, and what it means to live on your own when you're older.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 1: 'Job Jive: Life's Budget Beat')

Teacher: "Our lesson is called 'Job Jive: Life's Budget Beat!' We're going to explore how jobs and money help us in life.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 2: 'What's a Job?')

Teacher: "So, what exactly is a job? Look at our slide. It says: 'A job is work people do to earn money. It also helps others!' Can anyone give me an example of a job they know?"

(Allow a few students to share examples like firefighter, construction worker, artist, etc.)

Teacher: "Excellent examples! Now, here's a big question: Why do people work? Why do grown-ups go to their jobs every day?"

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 3: 'Why Do People Work?')

Teacher: "That's right! People work to earn money! And what do we use money for? Our slide tells us! We use money to buy food, clothes, a home, and fun things like toys or going to the movies! Without jobs, it would be tough to get these things we need and want."

Exploring Careers & Salaries (7 minutes)

Teacher: "Now, let's think about different kinds of jobs. Do you think every job earns the same amount of money? Take a guess!"

(Allow a few student responses. Guide them to the idea that some jobs pay more than others.)

Teacher: "That's a great thought! Just like there are different kinds of jobs, those jobs often pay different amounts of money. The money you earn from your job is called a salary.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 4: 'Meet the Professionals! - Doctor')

Teacher: "Here we have a doctor! What does a doctor do?"

(Allow responses)

Teacher: "Doctors help us when we're sick or hurt, which is a super important job! Doctors usually earn a higher salary because their job requires many years of schooling and has a lot of responsibility.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 5: 'Meet the Professionals! - Teacher')

Teacher: "And who is this? That's right, a teacher! What do teachers do?"

(Allow responses)

Teacher: "Teachers teach kids and help them learn, just like me! This is also a very important job, and teachers earn a good salary.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 6: 'Meet the Professionals! - Chef')

Teacher: "How about a chef? What do they do?"

(Allow responses)

Teacher: "A chef cooks delicious food for people! They earn a moderate salary. What skills do you think a chef needs?"

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 7: 'Meet the Professionals! - Librarian')

Teacher: "And finally, a librarian! What does a librarian do?"

(Allow responses)

Teacher: "Librarians help people find books and learn. They also earn a moderate salary. What do you think would be fun about being a librarian?"

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 8: 'What is a Salary?')

Teacher: "So, remember, a salary is the money you earn from your job! Some jobs pay more, some pay less. We're going to practice matching jobs with how much money they might earn with a Worksheet: Career & Cash Match. I'll hand it out now, and we'll work on it together."

(Distribute Worksheet: Career & Cash Match. Guide students through the worksheet, helping them connect the jobs to the simplified salary concepts.)

Living on Your Own: The Basics (8 minutes)

Teacher: "Great job with the worksheet! Now, let's imagine you're all grown up and you've got your awesome job and your salary. What do you think you'll need to pay for if you live on your own?"

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 9: 'Living on Your Own: The Basics')

Teacher: "Our slide gives us some clues! You'll need a place to live, like renting an apartment or buying a house. You'll need food to eat, clothes to wear, maybe transportation like a bus pass or a car, and definitely some fun activities! These all cost money."

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 10: 'Your Salary & Your Life')

Teacher: "This is where your salary comes in! The money you earn from your job helps you pay for all these things you need and want. If your job pays more, you might have more money left over for fun things or to save."

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 11: 'My Dream Life Budget Activity')

Teacher: "Now for a really fun part! We're going to do an activity called Activity: My Dream Life Budget. On this sheet, I want you to draw or write about your dream job and your dream life when you're an adult. Think about what kind of house you'd live in, what kind of food you'd eat, and what fun things you'd do. Then, think about how the money from your dream job would help you pay for all of it!"

(Distribute Activity: My Dream Life Budget. Circulate and provide support and encouragement. Emphasize that it's about imagining and connecting ideas.)

Wrap-Up & Reflection (5 minutes)

Teacher: "Alright, artists and future professionals! Let's bring it back together. You've done some amazing thinking today.

(Advance to Slide Deck: Job Jive - Slide 12: 'Wrap-Up: Your Future!')

Teacher: "Today, we learned: what jobs are, that jobs earn salaries, and how salaries help us live on our own! Why do you think it's important to think about jobs and money, even now?"

(Allow a few student responses, encouraging them to think about planning for the future, understanding adult responsibilities, etc.)

Teacher: "Fantastic insights! It's never too early to start thinking about these things. Your learning now helps you prepare for your future. I'm excited to see what jobs you all choose!"

*(Collect the Worksheet: Career & Cash Match and Activity: My Dream Life Budget.)

Assessment (2 minutes)

Teacher: "To see what we've learned, we're going to take a quick quiz! Kindergartners will get the Quiz: Career Cash Check-Up (K) and grades 1-5 will get the Quiz: Career Cash Check-Up (1-5). Please do your best!"

Career & Cash Match

Instructions: Draw a line to match the job on the left to how much money you think it might earn on the right. Then, draw a picture of what you want to be when you grow up!

Jobs:

1. Doctor

2. Teacher

3. Chef

4. Librarian

How much money they earn (simplified):

• A lot of money (High Salary)
• A good amount of money (Medium Salary)
• A good amount of money (Medium Salary)
• A lot of money (High Salary)

My Dream Job!

Draw a picture of what you want to be when you grow up and what your job might be like!

My Dream Life Budget

Instructions: Imagine you are all grown up! What is your dream job? What kind of life do you want to live? Draw or write about it below! Think about:

• What your job is
• What kind of house you live in
• What kind of food you eat
• What fun things you do
• How the money from your job helps you pay for all of it!

Career & Cash Match Answer Key

Matching Answers:

1. Doctor - A lot of money (High Salary)

   • Thought Process: Doctors typically require extensive education and training, and their work involves high responsibility, leading to higher compensation.

2. Teacher - A good amount of money (Medium Salary)

   • Thought Process: Teachers play a vital role in society and require specific education. Their salaries are generally good but vary by location and experience.

3. Chef - A good amount of money (Medium Salary)

   • Thought Process: Chefs often require specialized training and experience. Their salaries can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant and their skill level.

4. Librarian - A good amount of money (Medium Salary)

   • Thought Process: Librarians typically need a Master's degree in Library Science. Their salaries are generally stable and considered good.