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Resume Building 101

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Lesson Plan

Resume Building 101

Create a professional resume

In this lesson, students will learn the fundamentals of creating a professional resume. This includes understanding the essential sections of a resume, proper formatting, and tailoring it to specific job roles. By the end of the lesson, students will have a draft of their own resume.

Audience

12th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Create a professional resume

Materials

Pens, Paper, Sample Resume Handout, and Resume Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of a resume in job applications.
  • Ask students if they have any experience with writing resumes and what they find challenging.
  • Introduce the objectives of the lesson.

Step 2

Understanding Resume Sections

15 mins

  • Distribute the Sample Resume Handout.
  • Go through each section of the sample resume (Contact Information, Summary, Education, Work Experience, Skills, and References) and explain the purpose of each.
  • Discuss common mistakes to avoid in each section.

Step 3

Formatting Tips

10 mins

  • Explain the importance of consistency in formatting (font size, font type, margins, headings).
  • Provide examples of well-formatted and poorly formatted resumes.
  • Show how to use bullet points and action verbs to make the resume clear and concise.

Step 4

Tailoring to Specific Job Roles

10 mins

  • Discuss the importance of tailoring a resume for each job application.
  • Provide examples of how to tweak the resume for different job descriptions.
  • Emphasize the need to highlight relevant experiences and skills.

Step 5

Guided Practice

10 mins

  • Distribute the Resume Worksheet.
  • Guide students in filling out the worksheet with their own information.
  • Provide support and feedback as needed.

Step 6

Independent Practice

10 mins

  • Ask students to start drafting their own resumes based on the information they filled out in the worksheet.
  • Circulate the room to offer one-on-one assistance.

Step 7

Closure

5 mins

  • Ask students to share one thing they learned about resume writing.
  • Encourage students to continue refining their resumes beyond the class.
  • Provide resources for further assistance, such as career counseling or resume workshops.
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Reading

Sample Resume Handout

A sample resume to illustrate the essential sections and formatting of a professional resume.

John Doe
Email: john.doe@example.com
Phone: (123) 456-7890
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johndoe

Summary
- Enthusiastic recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration.
- Proven leadership skills through multiple team projects and extracurricular activities.
- Seeking to leverage my skills in project management and customer service for a position at XYZ Corporation.

Education
Bachelor of Business Administration, ABC University
- Graduated: May 2023
- GPA: 3.8/4.0

Work Experience
Intern, DEF Company
- Assisted in preparing financial reports and presentations.
- Coordinated with team members to complete client projects on time.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and follow-up.

Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent organizational skills

References
Available upon request.
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Worksheet

Resume Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students through the process of gathering information and drafting their own resumes.

List your contact information (Full Name, Email, Phone, LinkedIn).








Write a brief summary of your career goals and key qualifications.

2-3 bullet points or sentences.







List your educational background (School Name, Degree, Graduation Date, GPA).








Detail your work experience (Job Title, Company, Responsibilities, Achievements).








Identify your skills relevant to the job you are seeking.

Consider both technical and soft skills.







Provide references if available.








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