Career Readiness Skills Worksheet
This worksheet helps grade 9 students explore essential career readiness skills, including self-assessment, communication, and goal setting.
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Career Readiness Skills
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers. This worksheet is designed to help you think about your future career path and the skills you'll need.
1. Which of the following is considered a 'soft skill' important for career readiness?
Computer programming
Public speaking
Advanced mathematics
Welding
2. The process of identifying your strengths, weaknesses, values, and interests is called .
3. A good resume should be clear, concise, and highlight your relevant and experiences.
4. Briefly explain why good communication skills are essential in any professional setting.
5. Networking only involves talking to people who are already in your desired career field.
True
False
Match each term on the left with its correct definition on the right.
6. Resume
a. A formal meeting to assess a job candidate
7. Interview
b. A summary of your qualifications and experience
8. Cover Letter
c. A letter introducing you and your interest in a job
9. Describe three steps you can take now, as a 9th-grade student, to start preparing for your future career. Explain why each step is important.