Survey results prove that JA, at all levels, is preparing students to develop successful financial management habits, empowering them to explore the potential of becoming an entrepreneur, and providing them the skills necessary to succeed in a global economy.
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VOLUNTEERS and TEACHERS
· Need an icebreaker to use in the classroom? Here are a few that are ideal for the classroom.
Link to http://www.kimskorner4teachertalk.com/classmanagement/icebreakers.html
· Order FREE copies of the brochure called "Skill Building" available from Human Resources Development Canada. This is a great addition to the Opportunity Lesson. The front of the brochure has the following script:
“Do you realize that you already have great job skills? The things you like about yourself, the things you do all the time - these are the basics of great job skills.”
Link to: http://www.youth.gc.ca/yoaux.jsp?contentpageid=197?=en&flash=1&ta=1 to see this and other brochures online and to order copies for free.
When ordering make sure to include the following:
Publication Title: Skill Building
Catalogue No.: Y-112-04-00
Number of Copies:
Your Mailing Address:
To Order: Fax (819) 953-7260 or pub@hrdc-drhc.gc.ca
STUDENTS
SUCCESS
· Play the CAREER GAME! This Australian interactive game will help you gain an understanding of the career planning process and learn more about YOU.
Link to http://getaccess.westone.wa.gov.au/izone/career-game
· Today’s career rules are changing. Take this quiz to see if you are ready for the changing attitudes.
Link to http://content.monster.ca/tools/careerrules
· Networking is very important in your career journey. Take this quiz to check your networking skills.
Link to http://content.monster.ca/tools/checkns
· Take this quiz to see if you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur.
Link to http://content.monster.ca/tools/entrepreneur
· Find a mentor in a career that interests you. For example, if you want to be a teacher, ask one of your teachers to be your mentor. Go to www.surveymonkey.com to develop a “What does success mean to you” survey that you can email to your mentor. Include questions like:
1. What educational requirements are there for your career?
2. What do you like most about your career?
3. What do you like least about your career?
4. What personality traits do you think someone in your career needs?
5. What perks or benefits are expected in your career?
6. What educational requirements do you need to become someone in your career field?
7. Can you describe a time when you were uncertain about your career path and what you did at that time?
8. If you had it to do all over again how would you approach finding a career for yourself?
INDEPENDENCE
· Are you a compulsive Shopper? Take this quiz to find out!
Link to http://www.fool.com/Specials/2001/Specials10112001.htm
· Here are some great ways to save and make money for teens. This is advice to teens from teens.
Link to http://www.fool.com/teens/teens02.htm
· Check out these online games for money management for teens.
Link to http://www.cibc.com/ca/youth/ages13-18/ages-13-18.html
· This site is for teens who want a head start on their financial future.
Link to http://www.italladdsup.org
· Are you worried how you are going to pay for university, college or trades school? Check out the Canada Student Loans programs.
Link to: http://www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/hrib/cslp/common/c/index_e.html
OPPORTUNITY
· Check out this virtual interview which contains sample interview questions for various career occupations. You have to decide the best answer for each question to see if you are ready for the real thing!
Link to http://interview.monster.ca
· Improve your interview technique.
Link to http://www.chemsoc.org/careers/careersinterview.htm
· Resume Builder is a tutorial that can help you conduct a successful online job search. Included is how to find a job, analyze a job, and write a resume.
Link To: http://www.quintcareers.com/resume_tutorial/tutorial_1.html
· Check out these self-assessments to help identify and develop your employability skills.
Link to http://www.yourcareerwave.com
· The Conference Board of Canada has lots of information to help you develop your employability skills.
Link to http://www.conferenceboard.ca
· Get help with your resume.
Link to http://content.monster.com/resume
· Do you want some information on grants and loans for business start up? Check out this site.
Link to http://www.grants-loans.org/index.php
FUTURES
· Take the Temperament Sorter II, the online personality assessment tool. Discover your temperament and how it applies to the world of work.
Link to http://www.advisorteam.com/temperament_sorter
· This will help you discover your personality profile as it relates to career journey.
Link to http://www.od-online.com/app/profiler-intro.asp
· Find information on more than 700 universities, colleges and career colleges in Canada, including admission requirements, costs, programs and contact details at SchoolFinder.com!
Link to http://www.schoolfinder.com
· Holland’s Self-Directed Search is designed to help you determine which fields of study and occupations best suit your skills, strengths and personality.
Link to http://www.self-directed-search.com
· Check out information on the YouthPath - the exclusive source for information about programs and services available for youth at the community level and beyond.
Link to http://www.youth.gc.ca/yohome.jsp??=en&flash=1
· Take the MAPP. This assessment reveals the real you: your natural motivations, interests and talents for work.
Link to http://www.assessment.com/MAPPMembers/Welcome.asp?accnum=06-5210-001.00
· Not sure what to take in University? Check out what careers you can do with different university majors.
Link to http://career.clemson.edu/students/connect_majors.htm
· What's the trick to getting summer work? Apply early and do it right! Check out this site for a summer job bank and helpful information.
Link to http://www.youth.gc.ca/yoaux.jsp?&auxpageid=127?=en&flash=1&ta=1
· Government of Canada announces funding for 13 Sectoral Youth Career Focus Program projects. This is a great way to learn about careers!
Link to http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/cs/comm/news/2003/031102.shtml
