EL Civics #33 Intermediate Low - Student Guide - Fall 2016

EL Civics #33 IL, Task One

Student Guide El Civics # 33 Apply for a Job

Intermediate Low Teacher’s Name: _________________ Student’s Name: _________________ FALL 2016

EL Civics #33 IL, Task One

EL Civics #33 IL, Task One

To the Student: EL Civics is a program that helps people who are new to the United States. You are going to study some EL Civics lessons. The lessons can help you get a job or get a better job. You’ll prepare for a job interview and you will also practice filling out job applications. After you complete the lessons, you will take a test. There are two parts for the test: 1. Speaking test: The student will play the role of a job applicant in a job interview. The examiner (teacher) will play the role of the employer.

2. Writing test: Fill out a job application.

Use your smartphone to scan the QR code above for video demonstration of assessment

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Job Interviews Many people feel nervous about job interviews, but applicants who prepare well usually feel more confident. In this unit, you will learn what to expect during a job interview in the United States. You will also practice talking about yourself so that you will be ready for your next interview.

1. How do you feel about job interviews? Circle the words that describe your feelings.

scared

relaxed

hopeful

hopeless

confident

worried

happy

sad

bored

interested

unprepared

ready

If you are worried about an interview in the future, you will probably feel much better after completing this unit!

2. What do you already know about interviews?

Talk about the picture with your class.

Who are these people?

What are they saying?

What are they doing?

3. Talk in a small group. Then, report to the class. a. Tell your group about job interviews in your native country. b. Have you ever had an interview for employment in the United States?

Tell your group about it. c. What questions do you think employers ask in a job interview?

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A Job Interview Binh Nguyen wants a job. He applied for a cook position. He is an applicant. Today he has an interview.

Read the interview.

Employer:

Hello. I’m Jeffrey Walden.

Applicant:

Hello. I’m Binh Nguyen. It’s nice to meet you.

Employer:

Nice to meet you, too. Please, have a seat.

Applicant:

Thank you.

Employer:

Let’s begin. Please tell me about yourself.

Applicant:

Sure. Before I came to the U.S., I worked in a restaurant. Now I’m studying English. I want to get more restaurant experience in the U.S. I am a team player and I’m flexible. I also like to learn new things. I can cook well and I can work quickly. Also, I have some computer skills.

Employer:

OK. Why do you want to work here?

Applicant:

I’ve read your menu. I know how to cook the food you serve here and I think you have a nice business.

Employer:

All right. What are your career goals*?

Applicant:

In the future, I want to be a kitchen supervisor.

Employer:

How are your English skills?

Applicant:

Right now I can read, write, and understand enough to do this job. I’m taking an English class and I’m learning more every day.

Employer:

Fine. Do you have any questions for me?

Applicant:

Yes. What is the work schedule for this position?

Employer:

We need someone to work evenings five days a week.

Applicant:

OK, that’s fine with me.

Employer:

Well, it’s been a pleasure meeting you. Thank you for coming in today.

Applicant:

I’ve enjoyed meeting you, too. Thank you very much for your time.

Applicant

Employer

goal* = something you want to do or be in the future.

Use your phone to listen.

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A Job Interview 1. Complete the sentences about Binh Nguyen’s interview.

applicant

1. Binh Nguyen wants a job. He is the

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2. Binh applied for a cook ___________________________.

3. Binh worked in a _____________________________________________ in his country.

4. Binh is a _________________ _______________ and he is flexible.

5. Binh can cook well and can ________________________ quickly.

6. Binh wants to be a kitchen ________________________ in the future.

7. Binh can __________________, write and _________________ enough English to do the cook job.

8. Binh asks about the work ____________________ for this position.

2. Match the words with the meanings. b _1 . position

a. have as much or many as needed

___2. work experience

b. job

___3. goal ___4. team player

c. a person who can change easily (change plans, change schedule, etc.) d. work a person did before

___5. flexible

e. a person who works well with others

___6. have enough ___7. work schedule

f. something a person wants for the future (buy a house, get a job, be a citizen) g. plan for hours and days a person works

___8. applicant

h. a person or business that has workers

___9. employer

i. a person who applies for a job

___10. apply for a job

j.

___11. career

k. things you can do

___12. skills

l.

ask for a job; fill out papers for a job

occupation; job for many years

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Job Interviews 1. What do you know about job interviews in the United States?

Work with a classmate. Read the sentences. Circle ‘True’ or ‘False’. Check your answers with the class.

1. It is good to smile during an interview.

True

False

2. You should say good things about yourself.

True

False

3. You should talk about the things you can do well.

True

False

4. You should talk about work you did before.

True

False

5. You should talk about your future goals.

True

False

6. You should talk about your children and your religion.

True

False

7. You should look at the other person when listening.

True

False

8. You should shake hands at the start and end of the interview.

True

False

Many people feel nervous about job interviews. They feel better when they practice. In this unit, you will learn about job interviews in the United States. You will also practice talking about yourself so that you will be ready for your next interview.

2. Talk about it. Did you have a job interview? Tell the class about it.

3. Think about it.

A. Binh Nguyen applied for a cook position. What position would you like?

I would like a ______________________________ position.

B. Tell the class about a job position you would like.

I want a child care worker position.

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Tell Me about Yourself: Experience, Education and Goals Your past experience, education and goals are important to talk about in a job interview.

I was a homemaker in my country.

Now I’m studying English. My goal is to work with children.

1. Prepare to speak about yourself.

Choose one sentence. Put an X in the box next to that sentence. Complete the sentence.

Past:

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I was a _______________________________________________ in my country.

 I worked __________________________________

for ______________ years.

Choose one sentence. Put an X in the box next to that sentence. Complete the sentence.

Present:

 Now I am a ___________________________________________________________.  Now I’m studying ______________________________________________________.

Choose one sentence. Put an X in the box next to that sentence. Complete the sentence.

Future (goals):

 My goal is to _________________________________________________________.  I would like to ________________________________________________________.

2. Ask your teacher to check your work.

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Tell Me about Yourself: Experience, Education and Goals 3. Write sentences about yourself. You can use sentences your wrote on the previous page.

Past _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

Present _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

Future _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

I was a nurse in my native country. I worked there for ten years. Now, I’m studying English. My career goal is to be a nurse in the U.S.

4. Practice speaking about your experience and education at a job interview with a classmate. Repeat the practice until you don’t need to read your paper.

Interviewer: Tell me about yourself.

Applicant:

______________________________________________________.

(Talk about your past and present education and experience, and your future goals.)

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EL Civics #33 IL, Task One Tell me about yourself.

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Tell Me about Yourself: Personal Qualities Many times, we feel it is not polite to say good things about ourselves. But in the United States, you have to say good things about yourself in a job interview. The good things you say are your personal qualities.

In the interview on page 3, Mr. Nguyen said, “I am a team player and I’m flexible. I also like to learn new things.” These are his personal qualities. Learn to talk about your personal qualities.

1. Read the list below with your teacher. Talk about the personal qualities. Practice saying complete sentences.  I am careful.

 I am a good listener.

 I am dependable.

 I am organized.

 I am flexible.

 I am patient.

 I am friendly.

 I am punctual.

 I am good at following instructions.

 I am a team player.

 I am hard-working.

 I like to learn new things.

 I am honest.

 I work well independently.

2. Match the words on the left with the sentences on the right. ____ 1. dependable

a. I check my work to make sure it is correct. I do not want to make mistakes.

____ 2. organized

b. You can be sure that I will come to work every day and that I will do my job well.

____ 3. flexible

c. I work every minute. I am not lazy at work.

____ 4. patient

d. I am calm. I do not get angry when other workers make problems.

____5. team player

e. It is not a problem for me to change my work schedule or change my work responsibilities.

____ 6. careful

f. I am neat when I work. I put my work papers in the correct place so everything I need is easy to find.

____ 7. hard-working

g. I never take something that isn’t mine.

____ 8. honest

h. I arrive at work on time.

____ 9. punctual

i. I work well with other people. We help each other at work.

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3. Work with a classmate. Read the statements below. Write a quality or qualities from the previous page. There may be more than one correct answer.

1. I work well alone. I can read directions and follow them correctly. ___I work well independently.______________________ 2. I always complete my work and I never arrive late. __________________________________________________________________ 3. I do the most important work first. I keep my things in order so that I can find what I need quickly. __________________________________________________________________ 4. You can trust me with money. I never take something that isn’t mine. __________________________________________________________________ 5. I don’t get upset when someone is angry. I stay calm and listen. __________________________________________________________________ 6. I go to school, and I want to get new skills. __________________________________________________________________ 7. I enjoy working with people. I learn from other people’s ideas. I can do a good job quickly with partners. __________________________________________________________________ 4. Practice speaking at a job interview with a classmate. Tell the interviewer two of your best qualities. Give an example of what you do that shows each quality.

Repeat the practice until you don’t need to read your paper.

I am a team player. In my English class. I help other classmates and I also help the teacher.

I am responsible. I have a good relationship with my landlord because I take care of things and always pay on time.

Interviewer: Tell me about yourself.

Applicant :

“I ______________________________. ___________________________.

Also, I __________________________. ___________________________.

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Tell Me about Yourself: Skills In a job interview, tell the employer what you can do. There are many things you can do. These are your skills. You have skills that you can use in any job, even if you have not worked before. You may also have skills for a specific job.

1. Look at the list of skills you can use in any job. Check the skills that you have.  I *can speak, read and write in English.

 I can learn quickly.

 I can drive a car, and I have a valid California driver’s license.

 I can work well with people from other cultures.

 I can solve problems.

 I have some computer skills.

 I can teach others.

 I am bilingual.

 I can lift heavy things.

* I can ___drive a car._______ = I know how to _drive a car.___________ 2. Some skills are for a specific job. Check the skills that you have.  I can use tools.

 I can use a cash register.

 I can cook.

 I can operate machines.

 I can clean.

 I can take care of children.

 I can sell things.

 I can _________________________.

I can clean and I can lift heavy things. I am also bilingual.

3. Practice speaking at a job interview with a classmate. Talk about two or three of your skills that match the job you would like to apply for. Repeat the practice until you don’t need to read your paper.

Interviewer: Tell me about yourself.

Applicant:

______________________________________________________.

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Job Interviews: Body Language Body language is very important. You can show that you will be a good employee by doing a few simple actions.

1. Look at the picture. What are the man and woman doing? Write key words. a. (hands) ____________________ b. (eyes) _____________________ c. (faces) _____________________ 2. Practice good body language and a complete answer to “Tell me about yourself”.

To start, stand in front of your classmate. After shaking hands, sit down.

Employer:

Hello, my name is ______________________. Nice to meet you.

Applicant:

My name is _______________ _______________. It’s nice to meet you too.

(Make *eye contact, smile, and shake hands!)

Employer:

Please, have a seat.

Applicant:

Thank you.

(Sit straight. Relax your arms. Look at your classmate.)

Employer: Applicant:

Well, let’s begin. Please tell me about yourself. ______________________________________________________.

(Talk

about your experience, education, goals, qualities, and skills.)

*eye contact – look at the employer when you speak

Tell me about yourself.

I was a ……

I am _______ and ________.

I can ______.

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See page 6 & 7

See page 8 & 9

See page 10

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Checklist for Body Language and “Tell me about yourself.”

1. Practice the interview on the previous page. Your classmate will be the employer. You will be the applicant. Give this page to your classmate. After the interview, your classmate will fill out the checklist for you. Change roles and repeat.

2. Change partners and repeat the practice.

Practice #1

Good

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Hand Shake

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Smile

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Eye Contact

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Personal Qualities

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Skills

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Experience

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Practice #2

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Hand Shake

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Smile

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Eye Contact

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Personal Qualities

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Skills

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Experience

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Successful Job Interviews: More Questions 1. Employers usually ask many questions in an interview. Read the questions below.

Check the better answer. a. Why do you want to work here?  I really need to make money. I will work anywhere.  You have a successful business. I like this kind of work, and I can do this job. b. Why did you leave your last job? *(There are two good answers.)  I didn’t like it. The boss wasn’t very smart.  I was looking for better work opportunities.  Actually, this will be my first paid job, but I have volunteer experience. c. What are your job goals?  I don’t worry about tomorrow. Today is what’s important to me.  Five years from now I would like to be a manager. d. How are your English skills?  I am going to school. I’m improving every day. I’m sure my English is good enough to do this job well.  Not so good, but I try. e. When are you available to work?  I only want to work on weekdays.  I can be available when you need me. I prefer full-time hours during the day, but I am flexible. f. What would your co-workers say about you?  I think they would say that I’m hardworking and easy to get along with.  I usually stay by myself, so I’m not sure what they would say. g. Tell me about an accomplishment that you are proud of.  I haven’t done anything special.  I have achieved several goals in my life. For example, I finished school in my native country, and this year I’m advancing in my English skills. h. Do you have any questions for me?  Yes, can you tell me about a typical day for this position?  No, thank you.

2. Work with your classmates to write another positive answer for each question.

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Successful Job Interviews: Answering Questions Talk about the questions and possible answers with your teacher. Write the job title that would like to apply for. Write your own answer to each question.

Write the job title of the position that you will interview for: _____________________________________________ 1. Why do you want to work here?

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

2. Why did you leave your last job?

______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

3. What are your job goals?

______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

4. How are your English skills?

_______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

5. When are you available to work?

_______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

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6. What would your co-workers say about you?

_______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

7.

Tell me about an accomplishment that you are proud of.

_______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

8. Do you have any questions for me?

_______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

Practice asking and answering the questions with a classmate. Practice the answers you wrote for yourself. Repeat the practice until you don’t need to read your paper.

What would your co-workers say about you?

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They would say I am responsible and that I like to learn new things.

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Successful Job Interviews: The Law Some questions are illegal for employers to ask. That means the employers cannot ask these questions:

How old are you?

Do you go to church?

Are you married?

Do you have children?

What is your religion?

Where were you born?

Remember: Do not talk about your family, age, or religion.

Successful Job Interviews: Questions to Ask the Employer It is a good idea for you to ask questions near the end of the interview. It is important to be prepared with a question to ask.

Choose one question to memorize. Examples: 

Are there opportunities for advancement in this job?

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What is the work schedule?

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When does the job begin?

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Could you describe a *typical day for this job? * typical = usual

Note: Job counselors say that you should not ask about salary, vacations, or benefits. Also, don’t ask if you got the job.

Do you have any questions?

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Yes I do. When does the job begin?

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Successful Job Interviews: Practice #1 Practice the interview with a classmate. Student A is the employer.

Student B is the applicant. Then, change roles.

Job student B is applying for: ___________________ A:

Hello. I’m Mary Brown.

B:

Hello. I’m ___________ ___________________. (shake hands) It’s nice to meet you.

A:

Nice to meet you, too. Please, have a seat.

B:

Thank you.

A:

OK, let’s begin. Please tell me about yourself.

B:

Sure. I_______________________________________________

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______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ A:

All right. Why do you want to work here?

B:

________________________________________________________________

A:

OK. When are you available to work?

B:

________________________________________________________________

A:

Good. How are your English skills?

B:

________________________________________________________________

A:

Fine. Do you have any questions for me?

B:

Yes, I do. If I get the job, can I move up to other positions in the future?

A:

Yes, you can. Many of our employees have moved up.

B:

That sounds great. Thank you.

A:

Well, it’s been a pleasure meeting you. Thank you for coming in today.

B:

Thank you very much for your time. I enjoyed meeting you, too. (shake hands)

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Successful Job Interviews: Final Practice 1. Write answers to the questions in the interview below. Use complete sentences to say good things about yourself.

A: Employer: Hello. My name is ________________ _______________. It’s nice to meet you.

B: Applicant: Hello. I’m________________ ________________. It’s nice to meet you.

A: Employer: Please have a seat.

B: Applicant: Thank you.

A: Employer: Please tell me about yourself.

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: What are your job goals?

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: How are your English skills?

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: Why do you want to work here?

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

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A: Employer: When are you available to work?

B:Applicant______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: What would your co-workers say about you?

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: Tell me of an accomplishment you are proud of.

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

A: Employer: Do you have any questions for me?

B:Applicant:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

Employer: (Make an answer.)

Employer: Thank you for coming. It was nice to meet you.

Applicant: It was nice to meet you, too. Thank you for your time.

2. Practice the interview with two classmates. Student A is the employer. Student B is the applicant. Student C listen and fill out the checklist on page 20. Practice many times until you do not need to read your sentences. Practice good body language and clear speaking.

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Successful Job Interviews: Checklist Get together in a small group of three students. Practice a job interview.

A. The employer: Read the employer’s part.

B. The applicant: Answer the questions and show good body language. Don’t look at the student book.

C. The evaluator: Watch, listen and fill out the checklist in the applicant’s student book.

Practice 1

Practice 2

Good

Needs Practice

Good

Needs Practice

Hand Shake

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Smile

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Eye Contact

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Experience

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Question for the employer

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Closing

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Vocabulary for Job Applications

Match the vocabulary word to the best definition. Write the letter of the definition next to the vocabulary word.

1.

d

position

a. to complete a course of study or a school program

2. _____ graduate

b. the person/company you work for

3. _____ references

c. at the present time; now

4. _____ availability

d. the title or name of a job (cashier, mechanic, etc.)

5. _____ employer

e. the occupation a person hopes to have in the future; future work plans

6. _____ most recent

f. correct

7. _____ current

g. people an employer can call to learn more about you

8. _____ long-term employment goals

h. You don’t have the information to answer the question

9. _____ N/A

i.

the date you can begin to work

10. _____ high school

j.

nearest to the present time

11. _____ certify

k. guarantee; promise

12. _____ accurate

l.

secondary school

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Vocabulary for Job Applications Practice (continued) Fill in the blanks with the correct words.

1. Fill out means to _____________________________. a. read b. write c. accept 2. Citizenship status does NOT include __________________________. a. naturalized citizen b. native-born citizen c. your name before marriage 3. Your current job is _________________________________. a. your second job b. the job you have now c. the job you had before 4. Special skills are ______________________________. a. sports b. things you can do well c. parents 5. Previous jobs are jobs____________________________. a. you have now b. you had in the past c. you are looking for 6. Your position in the company is your ___________________________________. a. location b. ambition c. job title 7. Your military record is ____________________________. a. service in the army b. employer c. business address 8. Your reason for leaving your past job means___________________________. a. why you like your job b. why you left your job c. why you want a job 9. References are ______________________________________. a. people who told you about this job b. your family members c. people not related to you that an employer can call to learn more about you 10. Your former employer is_____________________________________. a. your boss from a past job b. a boss on a farm c. the most important supervisor at your present job Š Continuing Education, San Diego Community College District, EL Civics Program, 2016 6/30/2015 11:15 AM

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Application for Tomas Perez: Reading Practice Use the information in Tomas’ application to answer the questions that follow.

NAME AND ADDRESS Name

Perez

Tomas

,

S.

Last Present Address

First City

Previous Address

City

Phone No.

E-mail

( 858 ) 455-3489

tperez3@yahoo.com

1024 Appleton Place #10 4606 Garden Ave #33

Middle Initial State

San Diego

CA

State

Los Angeles

Zip Code

92117

Zip Code

94196

CA

In case of emergency, contact:

Mariana Perez

(858) 455-3489

Name PERSONAL INFORMATION Are you 18 or older?

Social Security Number

Yes

Citizenship Status

859-50-1010

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Sex X Male ___Female

Naturalized Citizen

Phone number

X

CA

Yes ___ No

EMPLOYMENT INTEREST AND AVAILABILITY: Position or type of work you are looking for: Date you can start:

Cook

If yes, what state?

Preferences: X Full-time

___ Part-time

November 5

X Day ___ Night If so, may we inquire of your present employer?

X Yes ____ No

Are you employed?

X Yes ____ No

EDUCATION Name of School

Location

High School

Instituto Mexico

Tijuana, Mexico

College

N/A Other San Diego Continuing Education, Centre City

1400 Park Blvd San Diego, CA

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EMPLOYMENT GOALS AND SKILLS Describe your long-term employment goals:

I want to be a cook.

Skills Cooking Languages spoken:

Spanish and English

GENERAL INFORMATION Hobbies, interests:

Fishing, cooking, and volunteering for Meals on Wheels

U.S. Military or Naval Service

Rank

N/A

N/A

PAST EMPLOYMENT (List last two jobs, beginning with your current or most recent job) Date (mo/yr) Company/Employer’s Name and Address Position Reason For Leaving From Pizza House Pizza still employed 1/2011 4341 University Delivery Person To San Diego, CA 92105 Present From Los Angeles Times Newspaper moved to San Diego 9/2008 202 W. 1st St. Delivery Person To Los Angeles, CA 90012 12/2010 OTHER INFORMATION Do you have any physical limitations?

If yes, explain:

____ Yes

X

No

Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor since age 18? ___ Yes If yes, explain:

X

No

REFERENCES (Give the names of two persons not related to you who know you well.)

Name

Ron Jones

Ruby Merced

Address & Phone Number

Business/Occupation

4606 Cahuengo #27 Los Angeles, CA 94196 (310) 445-6776 1029 Gates St. San Diego, CA 92117 (619) 256-8021

LA Times Distribution Manager

Restaurant Manager

I certify that the information provided on this application is true and correct.

Signature

Tomas S. Perez

Date

October 22, 2014

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Application for Tomás Perez: Comprehension Questions 1. Read the statements. Circle True (T) or False (F). Look at the job application that Tomas filled out to find the answers.

1. Tomas has a middle name.

True

False

2. He wants to be a deliveryman.

True

False

3. He didn’t go to college.

True

False

4. Tomas was born in the United States.

True

False

5. Tomas previously lived in Los Angeles.

True

False

6. Tomas worked for Pizza House before he worked for the Los Angeles Times.

True

False

7. Tomas is currently unemployed.

True

False

8. He has a California driver’s license.

True

False

9. He doesn’t have a criminal record.

True

False

10. Tomas is bilingual.

True

False

2. Answer the questions. Find the answers in Tomas’ application.

1. Is Tomas currently employed? ________________________________ 2. What does he like to do during his free time? ___________________________ 3. What position is he applying for? _________________________ 4. When can he start? ______________________ 5. Where did he go to high school? _______________________________ 6. Why did Tomas quit his job with the Los Angeles Times? __________________ __________________________________________________________________ 7. What are his schedule preferences? __________________________________

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Application for Isabel Lopez Use this form to answer the questions on the next page.

1. Name

Soc. Sec. No. (Last Name First)

2. Address

Telephone

3. How long at that address?

Are you 18 years or older?

4. What kind of work are you applying for?

EDUCATION 5. Last school attended (Name and address) 6. Circle last year completed: Grade 5 6 7 8

High School 9 10 11 12

College 1 2 3 4 5

7. Special Training and Skills EXPERIENCE (List the most recent employer first.)

Name and Address of Company

8

Date From To 9

Duties

10

11

Salary

12

Reason for Leaving

13

14 15 MILITARY SERVICE 16. Branch

Duties

17. Rank at time of discharge BUSINESS REFERENCES Name

Address

Business

18.

19.

20.

21.

22. Do you have any physical limitations that will affect your work?

23. Signature

Date

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Application for Isabel Lopez Where should she put the information?

Work with a partner. Read about Isabel Lopez in the box below. Decide where she should put the information on her application.

Isabel has a part-time job. She’s a seamstress* at Best Tailoring. She has worked at her present job at for two years. Before that, she was an assembler but she was laid off**. Now she wants to fill out an application for another job. She needs more money. She wants to be a fulltime seamstress. Isabel has only one problem. She has a bad back. She needs to stand up every two hours at work. At the interview she will say, “Don’t worry. I can still do this job well.”

Isabel is confident about her English. She is in an advanced ESL class at West City Center.

Write the number of the space where she should put the information.

1.

8

Where should Isabel write the name of the company she works for now?

2. ______ Where should Isabel write the name of the company she worked for before as an assembler?

3. ______ Where should Isabel sign her name: Isabel Lopez?

4. ______ Where should Isabel write: 562-08-9354?

5. ______ Where should Isabel write: 1475 Bancroft St., Spring Valley, CA 91977?

6. ______ Where should Isabel write: Lopez, Isabel?

7. ______ Where should Isabel write: Yes, back injury. I need to stand up every two hours. ?

8. ______ Where should Isabel write: N/A (because she wasn’t in the military)?

9. ______ Where should Isabel write: West City Center, 3890 Modoc Street, San Diego, CA 92117?

10. ______ Where should Isabel circle: 8 (because she went to school in Mexico for eight years)?

11. ______ Where should Isabel write: Bob Jones? (He’s her supervisor and can say nice things about her.)

12. ______ Where should Isabel write: present (because she is working at a job right now)?

13. ______ Where should Isabel write: sewing jeans, cleaning machines (because those are her current job duties)? * Seamstress - a person who sews professionally. A seamstress makes clothes and can also tailor clothes to make them fit better. **laid off – a job ends because the company does not have work for you to do.

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Application for Cristina Miller- Writing Practice #1 Instructions: Use the information on the next two pages to complete a job application. Blank job applications are at the end of the student guide.

Cristina B. Miller 2015 B Street San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 233- 9986 cbmiller@yahoo.com

OBJECTIVE to obtain a position as an office assistant SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS     

Six years experience in an office environment Dependable, detail-oriented, team player Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite Good oral and written communication skills Bilingual: English and Portuguese

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE Secretary, Ibex Corporation Rio de Janiero, Brazil  Word processed correspondence and documentation  Maintained file system, retrieved files on request  Answered phones, provided general information

2/2006 – 5/2011

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Cashier, Lenny’s Restaurant, San Diego, California  Provide friendly customer service  Handle cash and credit transactions accurately  Operate a computerized register

6/2011 - Present

Clerk, Rio Department Store Rio de Janiero, Brazil

6/2005 – 1/2006

EDUCATION Advanced ESL San Diego Continuing Education, Centre City Campus San Diego, California

9/2012 - Present

Dom Feliciano High School Rio de Janiero, Brazil

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Additional information for Cristina Miller: 

Social Security Number: 695-01-2528



Wants full-time work; prefers day shift



Wants to work as an office assistant



Place of birth: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil



Legal resident in the U.S.



Date of Birth: January 9, 1985



Wants to start work immediately



May 2011 - Left job at Ibex Corporation in Brazil; moved to the United States to get married.



January 2006 - Left job at Rio Department store to get a better job at Ibex Corporation.



Has a car and a California driver’s license



Never served in the U.S. military



No physical limitations



Never convicted of a felony or misdemeanor*

Employer Contact Information:

Personal References:

Lenny’s Restaurant 2018 E. St. San Diego, CA 92101

Melissa Block Manager, Lenny’s Restaurant 2018 E Street San Diego, CA 92101

Ibex Corporation 345 Rua Projetada Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 20730

Carl Kenny, ESL Teacher Instructor, San Diego Continuing Education 3210 10th Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

(619) 298-6574

(619) 433-8772

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Application for Sen Vang - Writing Practice #2 Instructions: Use the information on the next two pages to complete a job application. Blank job applications are at the end of the student guide.

Sen Vang 1234 Tyler Rd., #3C Los Angeles, CA 90021 (310) 345-2468 senv1@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE: to obtain a position as an auto service manager QUALIFICATIONS  

Experienced, detail oriented, hardworking and honest Bilingual: English and Vietnamese

EMPLOYMENT Assistant Manager, Auto Services Central Rent-a-Car, Los Angeles, CA  supervise ten mechanics  order all supplies  handle customer service

06/2009 - Present

Auto Mechanic 05/2007 – 05/2009 Jack’s Auto Shop, Los Angeles, CA  performed routine maintenance and repair services  troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical problems  maintained clean and orderly shop

EDUCATION Computer Technology courses City Community College, Los Angeles, CA

2012 - Present

High school graduate Jackson High School, Los Angeles, CA

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Additional Information for Sen Vang Use this additional information about Sen Vang to complete his job application. 

Social Security Number: 621-84-1140



He was born on July 3, 1988.



Sen can start a new job two weeks from now.



It is OK to call his present employer.



He has a valid driver’s license from California.



He would like a full-time position.



He wants another job because he wants more opportunity for advancement.

He goes to school in the evening, so he needs daytime hours.



Currently he earns $18.25 an hour. He would like to earn $20.00 an hour to start with a possibility to advance.



Sen has never applied to this company before.



Sen’s friend, Jason Enders, told him about this job opening.



Sen went to elementary school in Saigon, Vietnam.



He has never been in the military.



He has never been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor.



He left Jack’s Auto Shop because he found a better opportunity.

Employer Contact Information:

References:

Central Rent-a Car 416 Lincoln Ave Los Angeles, CA 90041

Dennis Horn, Instructor of Industrial Education, 3283 Culver Drive Los Angeles, CA 90041 (310) 430-9234

Jack’s Auto Shop 214 Los Alamos Drive Los Angeles, CA 90024

Jack Carter, owner of Jack’s Auto Shop 214 Los Alamos Drive Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 399-2323

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Find the Mistakes Your application tells a future employer more than your personal and employment history. It shows if you understand English and can follow instructions. It also shows how much you care about doing a job well. An excellent application is your “ticket” to getting an interview.

Read information on this application carefully. Circle twelve mistakes.

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT Name

Chao

Pamela

,

M.

Last Present Address

First City

Middle Initial State

Zip Code

Previous Address

City

State

Zip Code

10 Street

San Diego

th

321 Oak Street

Phone No.

( 619 )

CA

92101 91941

In case of emergency, contact:

606-10-10

Jason Yee

_______________ Phone number

Name

PERSONAL INFORMATION Are you 18 or older?

Social Security Number

_X_Yes ___No

599-60-1005

Citizenship Status

Sex

Legal resident

___ Male ___Female

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

If yes, what state?

X Yes ___ No

CA

EMPLOYMENT INTEREST AND AVAILABILITY: Position or type of work you are looking for:

Personal Fitness Trainer Are you employed?

X

Yes

______ No

Date you can start:

Preferences: X Full-time __ Part-time

Dec 15

X Day __ Night If so, may we inquire of your present employer?

X

Yes

______ No

OTHER INFORMATION Do you have any physical limitations?

If yes, explain:

____ Yes

____ No

Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor since age 18? ___ Yes If yes, explain:

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No

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EDUCATION Name of School High School

Location

Course of Study

Lingnan Secondary School

Hong Kong

College Prep

Hong Kong University

Hong Kong

Physical Education

San Diego, CA

ESL

College Other

EMPLOYMENT GOALS AND SKILLS Describe your long-term employment goals:

I want to be a physical education teacher.

Subjects of special study or special training/skills:

Physical Education, Computer Literacy

Languages spoken:

I speak China and English

GENERAL INFORMATION Hobbies, interests:

Volunteering at the local elementary school, dancing, playing the violin

U.S. Military or Naval Service

Rank

None

N/A

PAST EMPLOYMENT (List last two jobs, beginning with your current or most recent job.)

Date (mo/yr) Company/Employer’s Name and Address Position Reason For Leaving From Macy’s cashier

9/2009 To

9/2012 From

9/2012

To

Present

5500 Grossmont Drive La Mesa, CA 92941

Bob’s Restaurant 3211 University Avenue San Diego, CA 92105

waitress

currently employed

REFERENCES (Give the names of two persons not related to you who know you well.)

Name

Address & Phone Number

Mary Long

1031 12th Avenue La Mesa, CA 91941 (619) 896-9876 1135 B Street San Diego, CA 90211 (619) 343-8521

Cynthia Baker

Occupation

I certify that the information provided on this application is true and correct.

Signature Date

Pamela Marie Chao

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Physician

Teacher

8/15/16

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PRACTICE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT Fill out the application. Use the information about other people provided for you.

Application for Employment Name _____________________________, Last

_________________ First

Present Address

____________________ Middle Initial

City

State

Phone No. ( )

Zip Code

Email Address

PERSONAL INFORMATION Are you 18 or older?

Social Security Number

Are you legally able to work in the U.S.?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Sex ___ Male ___Female

__ Yes ___ No

If yes, what state? __________

EMPLOYMENT INTEREST AND AVAILABILITY Position or type of work you are looking for:

Date you can start:

Preferences: __ Full-time ___ Part-time ___ Day

___ Night

EDUCATION Name of School

Location

High School

College or University

Vocational School or Continuing Education Program

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PAST EMPLOYMENT (List last two jobs, beginning with your current or most recent job.)

Date (month & year)

Company/Employer’s Name and Address

Position

Reason For Leaving

From

To

From

To

OTHER INFORMATION Languages spoken:

U.S Military Or Naval Service _____Yes

Years of Service:

_____No

Do you have any physical limitations?

If yes, explain:

____ Yes

____ No

Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor since age 18? ___ Yes ___ No If yes, explain:

REFERENCES (Provide the names of two persons not related to you who know you well.)

Name

Address & Phone Number

Occupation

I certify that the information provided on this application is true and correct.

Signature

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PRACTICE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT Fill out the application. Use the information about other people provided for you.

Application for Employment Name _____________________________, Last

_________________ First

Present Address

____________________ Middle Initial

City

State

Phone No. ( )

Zip Code

Email Address

PERSONAL INFORMATION Are you 18 or older?

Social Security Number

Are you legally able to work in the U.S.?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Sex ___ Male ___Female

__ Yes ___ No

If yes, what state? __________

EMPLOYMENT INTEREST AND AVAILABILITY Position or type of work you are looking for:

Date you can start:

Preferences: __ Full-time ___ Part-time ___ Day

___ Night

EDUCATION Name of School

Location

High School

College or University

Vocational School or Continuing Education Program

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PAST EMPLOYMENT (List last two jobs, beginning with your current or most recent job.)

Date (month & year)

Company/Employer’s Name and Address

Position

Reason For Leaving

From

To

From

To

OTHER INFORMATION Languages spoken:

U.S Military Or Naval Service _____Yes

Years of Service:

_____No

Do you have any physical limitations?

If yes, explain:

____ Yes

____ No

Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor since age 18? ___ Yes ___ No If yes, explain:

REFERENCES (Provide the names of two persons not related to you who know you well.)

Name

Address & Phone Number

Occupation

I certify that the information provided on this application is true and correct.

Signature

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