Lesson Plan
Dream Job Exploration Plan
In this 45-minute session, the student will reflect on personal interests, strengths, and values to articulate their dream job and set at least two actionable SMART career goals.
This lesson deepens self-awareness, clarifies career aspirations, and equips the student with a concrete action plan, boosting confidence and readiness for post-secondary pathways.
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Prep
Prepare Session Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Ideal Day Visualization
10 minutes
Step 3
Interests and Strengths Assessment
10 minutes
Step 4
Values Reflection
10 minutes
Step 5
Passion Identification Discussion
5 minutes
Step 6
Goal Setting and Action Planning
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Discover Your Passion
Why Finding Your Passion Matters
Reflect on Your Ideal Day
Identify Your Interests & Strengths
Clarify Your Core Values
Career Examples Aligned to Passions
Using the SMART Goal Framework
Next Steps
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