Bell ringer- Discussion● “You become like the FIVE people you

spend the most time with. Choose carefully.” –Author Unknown.

Consider this quote. Who are the five people you spend the most time with? Reflect on these people on their ability to positively or negatively impact your future.

Now is the time to make any changes in your life/year that will affect how you look on paper to you future employers and colleges.

Today’s Agenda and Objective

● Bell ringer- discussion● Check out the good and bad resume examples● Writing a rough draft of your resume● Share with teacher for exit slip: monica.cole@fayette.kyschools.us

I can create a resume specific to my job interest or career path.I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

MAIN IDEA REVIEW

Diction and Tone Review● What is diction?

--Word choice

● What is tone?--The author’s attitude toward the subject.

How can diction affect tone?Why does that matter now that you’re entering the

real world?

CREATING A RESUME

What is a Resume?

• A resume is a detailed listing of a job candidate’s skills, experiences, responsibilities and achievements as they relate to the position and company being targeted.

– Details may be specific to the job you are applying for

• Should NOT exceed one page (unless your experience warrants it)

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Should you lie on your resume? Here’s why NOT:

What form should a

resume follow?

• Start with your contact information then an objective specific to your potential employer

Your First and Last Name

Your Address

Your Phone Number

Your Email Address

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Form Continued

• Next you will list the categories relevant to the potential job

Your Education

Your Work Experience

Your Skills

Your Achievements/Hobbies

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

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Form continued

• Everything you list should have a specific start and end date

– The end date may be listed as “present.” (2012-present)

• Your resume should have no grammatical errors or spelling mistakes

• It is important to use strong action verbs when listing your skills or tasks. (Organized, Created, Developed, Aided, etc.)

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Two Types of Resumes:

Chronological

Advantages:

A chronological resume is particularly useful for people who:

• Are current students and recent graduates, or

• Have extensive, uninterrupted employment in the areas you are seeking employment

How it Works:

– Lists positions in reverse chronological order (starting with the most recent and works backwards)

– Job achievements and skills are listed under each position

– Presents experience under headings by job title, company, location and dates of employment

– Format allows employers to easily determine work performed at each company

Disadvantages:

• May be hard to communicate your skills and general strengths/qualities

• Emphasizes gaps in employment

• Dramatizes short-term employment

• Most dependent upon past experience

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Two Types of Resumes:

Functional

Advantages:

A functional resume is particularly useful for people who:

• Have gaps in their work history that they would like to minimize

• Are re-entering the workforce

• Have frequently changed jobs

• Are looking to transition into a new career

• Need to emphasize transferrable skills

• Don't exactly fit the mold of what recruiters are looking for in the positions they want.

How it works:

– Focus is on skills and experience, rather than on chronological work history

– Headings consist of functions or skills

– Responsibilities, accomplishments, and quantifiable achievements are described under each applicable heading

– Typically opens with a summary or profile detailing your work history, education and strengths in 1-3 sentences

– Demonstrates how you ideally match the requirements of a particular job for which you are applying, by including relevant achievements and accomplishments

Disadvantages:

• Some employers are not accustomed to this format, and it can be confusing for employers to follow

• It tends to play down direct work experience with specific employers

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

The three F’s of

Resume Writing

•Function– The function of a resume is to inform

the audience about you in order to accomplish something. What you’re trying to accomplish depends on what you’re trying to do.

– This might include getting a job, getting into college, winning a scholarship, or being selected for an internship. There are many reasons to show people your resume.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

The three F’s of

Resume Writing

• Form– Form: Resumes need to look a certain way.

This is considered their form. People who read resumes expect them to include specific information, such as your name, address, contact information, education, past jobs, volunteer experience, and special skills.

– If a resume does not look like a traditional resume, the reader may be confused and think the writer is not educated about writing proper resumes.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

The three F’s of

Resume Writing

• (e)Ffectiveness– For a resume to be effective, it must demonstrate your

knowledge of both function and form.

– An effective resume:- Has a clear purpose that shows why you are writing it- Is visually appropriate and appealing, or easy to read- Includes all the necessary information about the writer- Is grammatically correct with no errors in punctuation or spelling

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Education

• This section is for what you have studied and what you have learned.

• First, list your years attended, name of high school, and location.

Example: 2009 – 2013 Dunbar High School, Lexington, KY

• Next, list any special program you did:

Examples: Information Technology Academy, Eastside, MSTC, etc.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Work Experience

• This section shows your work experience outside of school.

• Make sure you list the dates, place of employment, location, position, and responsibilities.

May 2015 – present, McDonald’s – Lexington, KY

Cashier – serve customers, take orders, assist in food preparation, and clean-up restaurant• I can write for task,

purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Volunteer Experience

• This section is especially important if you do not have any work experience.

• You should list anything you have volunteered for, such as volunteering for the blood drive.

• Even consider things that you may not consider volunteer work, such as babysitting for your sister.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Academic Honors

• Achievements should include honors and awards you have received.

Examples: GPA awards, attendance awards, voted a position by your peers (like Student Council Representative)

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Activities

• Activities should include extracurricular activities like sports and clubs.

Examples: basketball team, Beta Club, etc. (make sure you explain your position or role)

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Special Skills

• Special skills should include things like computer, language, and technical skills

Examples: Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Spanish language fluency, Trained in operating machinery

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Getting Started:

Objectives

• An objective identifies the goal you want to achieve at your potential job.

• It should focus on what you can provide to the potential employer.

• Examples:

– To meet the mission of _____ by achieving annual sales goals within the Marketing Department.

– To serve as a role model for children by working as a counselor at _____.

According to some HR directors, an objective is no longer needed on a resume.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Okay, so, these dudes are repetitive, but they have some good advice! Make note of

what they say!

Getting Started:

Functional or Chronological

Resume

•Consider which resume type would best suit your purpose or the job that you are applying for.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

Good or Bad? On the attached Google Forms, analyze the two competing

resumes. Analyze them for the three F’s in resume writing and respond on the Google form.

• I can write for task, purpose, and audience.

"Chronological Resume vs. Functional Resume." Eastern Illinois University :: Career Services –

Chronological Resume vs. Functional Resume. N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Mar. 2017.

Long, Kari. Seniors Resume Lesson. PPT.

"Resumes and Cover Letters for High School Students - ReadWriteThink." Readwritethink.org.

N.p., n.d. Web. 21 Mar. 2017.