1、UNIT 6Getting HiredWhat skills do you have?Looking for a jobResumesCover lettersInterviewingIdentify skills and characteristicsConduct a job searchWrite a resumeWrite a cover letterPrepare for a job interviewLESSONReviewLESSONLESSONLESSONLESSONTeam ProjectEWhat skills do you have?Identify skills and
2、 characteristicsGOALLESSONABCDEGFHILook at the pictures.What jobs are these people doing?Discuss them with a partner.ALESSONA skill is something you can do,such as use a computer or write a report.What skills are required for each job above?Discuss your ideas with a small group.BLESSONBelow is a lis
3、t of job titles.Work in groups to write the job responsibilities that go with each job.Then,add two more job titles to the list.CLESSONJob TitleJob Responsibilitiesaccountantadministrative assistantassemblerbusiness ownercashiercomputer techniciandelivery persondental assistant electricianfire fight
4、ergarment worker_manages financeswrites correspondence,schedules appointmentsputs things togetheroversees the creation of products/sales to clientshandles customer payment for goodsrepairs computersdrives truck,makes deliveriesassists dentist,cleans teethconnects/fixes electricity in houses,officesp
5、uts out firessews clothingBelow is a list of job titles.Work in groups to write the job responsibilities that go with each job.Then,add two more job titles to the list.CLESSONJob TitleJob Responsibilitieshairstylisthomemakerlandscape architectmail carrierreceptionistreportersalespersonsecurity guard
6、_cuts/styles haircooks meals,takes care of children and housedesigns and plans gardens and/or parkssorts and delivers mailanswers telephones,takes messages,greets peoplereports news,writes articlessells merchandise to customersprotects store or bank from theftDPractice the conversation below,using t
7、he information that you wrote in Exercise C.LESSONStudent A:What does a computer technician do?Student B:A computer technician repairs computers.In groups,discuss the difference between skills and characteristics.A skill is something you can do,such as deliver mail or type a letter.A characteristic
8、describes your personality and work habits,such as hardworking or well-organized.What are some other examples of characteristics?ELESSONRead some characteristics that employers look for in employees.Discuss the characteristics with your classmates and check()the ones that describe you.FLESSON a quic
9、k learner detail-oriented good with numbers well-organized creative efficient great with people willing to accept responsibility dependable flexible hardworking works well under pressureRead the descriptions and choose a characteristic to describe each person.GLESSON1.Suzanne works long hours and ne
10、ver takes any breaks._ 2.You can always rely on Linh._ 3.Li is always calm,even when its very stressful._ 4.You never have to explain anything to Vlasta twice._ hardworkingdependableworks well under pressurea quick learnerListen to four people describe their skills,characteristics,and interests.Take
11、 notes in the first column.Then,suggest a job for each person in the second column.HLESSON LamSKILLS,CHARACTERISTICS,INTERESTSMOST SUITABLE JOB LiliaMorteza HildaListening Scriptloves being outdoors hard worker likes to use hands doesnt mind taking orderslandscape architectloves working with people
12、likes to help people not good with numbers works hard learns quicklyreceptionistengineering skills good at technical things knows a lot about computers prefers to work alonecomputer technician well-organized detail-oriented good with numbers creativeaccountantMake a list of your skills and interests
13、 on a piece of paper.What are some jobs that you think you might enjoy and be good at?List at least three jobs.Then,list the characteristics you have that would make you good for each job.ILESSONVocabulary accountant n.会计break n.工间休息，课间休息carrier n.美国信差，邮递员efficient a.有效的，效率高的fire fighter n.消防员garmen
14、t n.服装，衣着hairstylist n.美发师，发型设计师hardworking a.勤奋的，努力工作的homemaker n.家庭主妇，管理家庭的人landscape n.景观，地形；风景，景致rely vi.倚赖，依靠；信任，信赖technician n.技术员，技师unfortunately ad.不幸地；倒霉的是LESSONGlossaryPhrases&Useful Expressions business owner 企业主job responsibilities 工作责任landscape architect 庭园设计师mail carrier 邮递员rely on 依靠，
15、信任security guard 保安takea break 休息一会儿work habits 工作习惯work long hours 长时间工作Proper NamesHilda 希尔达Linh 灵LESSONGlossaryMorteza 莫尔塔扎Vlasta 武拉斯塔LESSONGlossaryLESSON1.My name is Lam and I love to be outdoors.Im a hard worker and I like to work with my hands.I dont like to tell other people what to do,but I
16、dont mind taking orders from my boss.2.Hello,Im Lilia and I love working with people.Im very customer-service oriented and I like to help people.I wouldnt make a good cashier,because Im not very good with numbers,but Im willing to work hard and I learn quickly.3.My name is Morteza and I was an engin
17、eer in my country.Unfortunately,I dont have the right qualifications to be one here,but Im very good at technical things.I know a lot about computers and really like working with them.I prefer to work alone,because Im not very good with people.4.Hi,Im Hilda.Ive never had a job before,but Im very org
18、anized and good with details.Ive always taken care of the finances at our house,so Im good with numbers.Also,Im creative and like to come up with new ideas.Listening ScriptPart H Conduct a job searchGOALLooking for a jobLESSONABCDEGFAWhat is the best way to look for a job?What are some different way
19、s to look for a job?Make a list.LESSONWays to Look for a Jobread newspaper want adssearch onlinego to a job placement agencyask friendsWhat are some things you need to think about before you begin your job search?Make a list.BLESSON1._2._3._4._5._6._hours available to workhow far I can commutewhat m
20、y skills arethe salary I want if I want a temporary or permanent positionthe benefits I want/needWhen you find a job opportunity in a newspaper or on the Internet,what information is usually included?What information do you usually need to ask about?Look at the list below.Put each piece of informati
21、on in the correct column.CLESSONInformation Found in the AdInformation I Need to Ask Aboutcontact informationbenefits job location required skillscontact information job title salary/payhow to apply possibility of overtime vacationjob hours required qualificationsjob title required skillsjob hoursre
22、quired qualificationshow to applyjob locationvacationbenefitspossibility of overtimesalary/payAsk your parents about the jobs they have now.(You can also use your part-time job to complete the task.)Fill in the chart with information about the job.DLESSONInformation About Your Job or your ParentsJob
23、 titleJob locationJob skillsQualificationsHoursSalaryBenefitsInterview your classmates about their jobs.Write questions for each piece of information,then ask your classmates the questions and complete the chart.ELESSONInterview QuestionsClassmate 1Classmate 2Classmate 3Title:What is your job title?
24、Location:Skills:Qualifications:Hours:Benefits:Imagine that you want to work for a company.It is important to find out some information about the company or business ahead of time.Fill in the chart.FLESSONWhat kind of information is useful to know?Where can you find this information?1.the number of e
25、mployees who work for the company1.in the company brochure or the companys website2.2.3.3.4.4.5.5.6.6.the kind of business it ishow long the company has been in businessif there are branch offices in other locationswhat the companys mission ishow the company compares to its competitionin the company
26、 brochure or the companys websitein the company brochure or the companys websitein the company brochure or the companys websitein the company brochure or the companys websitean Internet search for the type of businessWith a group of students,create your own company.Answer the questions below.GLESSON
27、1.What does your company make or do?2.Where is your company located?3.How many people work for your company?4.What are some of the job titles of people who work at your company?5.What characteristics do you want your employees to have?6.What do you pay your employees?7.What hours do your employees w
28、ork?8.What benefits do you give your employees?Vocabulary conduct vt.进行，从事marketing n.市场营销networking n.网络化；网络系统；建网，联网search n.调查，搜查，查询Phrases&Useful Expressions ahead of time 提前contact information 联系信息job location 工作地点，单位地点required qualifications 必备资格（或条件）LESSONGlossary Write a resumeGOALResumesLESS
29、ONABCDEGHFARead about Ranjit.LESSON Ranjit Ghosh is from India.He moved to the United States seven years ago.In India,he attended the National Computer School and received a certificate in computer repair.His first job was troubleshooting computer repairs for a financial company.After he moved to th
30、e United States,he started assembling computers and was able to use the skills he had learned in his course in India.Although he loved his job,he needed another job to pay the bills.In addition to assembling computers,now he also repairs computers in the evenings for another company.Ranjit is busy,b
31、ut he is doing what he loves.BAnswer the questions about Ranjit.LESSON1.Ranjit has had three jobs.List them with the most recent first.a._ b._ c._2.Where did he go to school and what did he receive?_ _3.Why does Ranjit have two jobs in the United States?_ _He repairs computers.He assembles computers
32、.He was troubleshooting computer repairs in India.He received a certificate in computer repair from the National Computer School in India.He has two jobs to be able to earn enough money to pay the bills.Ask your parents about their jobs history.List their jobs starting with the most recent first.CLE
33、SSON1._ 2._3._4._ 5._6._Read Ranjits resume.DLESSONname and addressdates of educationname of schoollocation of schoolname of classes takendates of jobjob titlejob responsibilitiesname of companylocation of companylanguagesskillscomputer skillsthings you enjoy doingCan you identify the parts of a res
34、ume?Use the words below to label Ranjits resume.ELESSONcertificate or degree received job title name of companycomputer skills language name of schooldates of education location of company names of classes takendates of job location of school skillsjob responsibilities name and address things you en
35、joy doingLook at the words in the box in Exercise E.Why is it important to put each of the pieces of information on your resume?Discuss the reasons with a group and make notes about each item.FThink about your own resume.Fill in your information.GLESSON1.Schools you have attended:_ _ 2.Classes you h
36、ave taken:_ _ _3.Certificates or degrees you have received:_ _4.Awards you have received:_ _5.Names and locations of imagined companies you have worked for:_ _ _Think about your own resume.Fill in your information.GLESSON6.Job titles and responsibilities you have had:_ _ _7.Special characteristics y
37、ou have:_ _ _8.Things you enjoy doing:_ _ _Using the information you wrote in Exercise G,write your resume on a piece of paper.HLESSONVocabulary concept n.概念，观念construct n.建造，构成，结构(物)employability n.能使用，受雇就业能力furnish vt.供给，提供global a.全球的；世界的Hindi n.印地语keyboarding n.键盘录入literate a.能读写的，有文化的motherboar
38、d n.主板self-motivated a.有动力的troubleshoot vt.给排除故障LESSONGlossaryPhrases&Useful Expressions computer literate 会使用电脑upon request 承索（即寄）Proper Names CompuBuild 电脑组装公司Global Concept 全球概念公司India 印度Machine Construct 机械制造公司Microsoft Word 微软文字处理系统New Delhi 新德里Ranjit Ghosh 兰吉特高希Vista Vista 操作系统Windows 视窗操作系统LE
39、SSONGlossaryGOALCover lettersLESSONABCD Write a cover letterWhat is the purpose of a cover letter?Read the cover letter that Ranjit sent in with his resume.ALESSONComputer Technician NeededQualified,experienced computer technician to maintain equipment and operation.Dynamic,friendly work cover lette
40、r and resume to:Jane HawkinsHorizon Electronics497 West 67th Street,Fifth floor New York,NY 10017Read the following job descriptions.BLESSONGreat Companies!Great Jobs!Company Name:Healthy Living(61835 Valley Road,Grand Rapids,MI 96837)Company Description:A company that produces and sells vitamins.Jo
41、b Title:Warehouse SupervisorJob Description:In charge of packaging orders in the warehouse.Must be able to supervise 20 employees.No experience with vitamins necessary,but warehouse experience would be helpful.Company Name:Medical Valley Hospital(875 Washington Ave,Portland,OR 79468)Job Title:Nurses
42、 AideJob Description:Help the RNs take care of the patients.Fill out basic paperwork regarding patients,be able to take vital signs.No experience necessary will train.Looking for someone who is friendly,patient,and doesnt mind working with sick people.Company Name:Auto Land(75436 Harbor Blvd.,Costa
43、Mesa,CA 92627)Company Description:Used car lotJob Title:SalespersonJob Description:Selling cars.Must be good with people and outgoing.No sales experience necessary.HELPWANTEDRead the following job descriptions.BLESSONGreat Companies!Great Jobs!Company Name:Choicemart(87645 Santa Maria,Huston,TX 7704
44、2)Job Title:Customer ServiceJob Description:Handling customer complaints,helping customer fill out proper paperwork to file complaint,entering the complaint information into the computer and setting up meetings to discuss the complaints with the proper department.Must have good oral and written comm
45、unication skills.Must be good with people and have the ability to handle angry customers.Basic computer skills helpful.Company Name:Villa Italia(756 Fifth Ave,New York,NY 06458)Job Title:Food ServerJob Description:Serve food to customers.Must have restaurant experience,but serving experience not nec
46、essary.Will train.HELPWANTEDChoose one job that you would like to apply for from the descriptions in Exercise B.Tell your partner why you would be good for this job.CLESSONImagine that you are applying for the job that you chose in Exercise C.Write a cover letter to the company.DLESSONVocabulary Blv
47、d.(boulevard)n.林荫路；大马路，干道，大街dynamic a.有生气的；效率高的electronics n.电子学experienced a.老练的，经验丰富的file vt.美国提起，提出gazette n.报纸handle vt.处理；对待horizon n.眼界，视野；地平线key a.关键的，重要的living n.生活，生计lot n.一块地皮，空地oral a.口头的，口述的order n.【商业】订货，订单LESSONGlossaryoutgoing a.对人友好的；开朗的 outline vt.概括地论述，略述qualified a.有资格的，胜任的，适当的RN(
48、responsible nurse)n.护士长strength n.长处；优势supervise vt.监督；管理supervisor n.主管，管理人vital a.重大的，紧要的；生命的，充满活力的well-respected a.受人尊重的Phrases&Useful Expressions cover letter 封面信（附在求职材料第一页），自荐信follow up 继续询问Help wanted 招聘启事LESSONGlossaryin response to 回应，回答key strengths 主要优点Proper Names Auto Land 汽车世界Choicemart
49、 精品市场Harbor Blvd.港湾大街Horizon Electronics 视野电子公司Houston 休斯顿Jane Hawkins 简霍金斯New York Gazette 纽约报Portland 波特兰Santa Maria 圣玛丽娅Valley Road 峡谷路Villa Italia 意大利饭庄LESSONGlossary Prepare for a job interviewGOALInterviewingLESSONABCDEGFLESSONNow that you have written your resume and your cover letter,its tim
50、e to get ready for the interview!The best way to prepare for an interview is to practice.ALook at the sample interview questions below.How would you answer them?Discuss each question with a group,then write your answers on a piece of paper.1.Tell me about yourself.2.Why are you applying for this job
