Please report to the school office 5 minutes prior to your speaking engagement. You will be met and escorted by a student representative from the classroom.
The Classroom Speaker’s program is dedicated to developing career awareness in area youth by providing them with opportunities to see, hear and talk with successful examples like you.
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ELEMENTARY 15 to 30 minutes long (the younger the student, the shorter the attention span). Visual Aids Videotapes, overheads, posters, promotional items, or samples and hands-on materials will heighten the students’ interest and retention. Presentation & Discussion Suggestions Description of what you do.
Working conditions.
Travel or other unique aspects.
How you came to do what you do.
Special traits or abilities needed to be successful.
What you like best about your work.
What you like least about your work.
What high school classes, training and other education you needed to do your work Length Generally the entire class period, ranging from 40-55 minutes, or as indicated by the teacher. Visual Aids Videotapes, overheads, posters, promotional items, or samples and hands-on materials Description of your work position.
Travel or other unique aspects
How you came to do this work.
Special traits or abilities needed to be successful in this career.
Where these kinds of jobs may be available.
 What you like best about your work.
What you like least about your work.
High school classes that are related to what you do.
Training and education needed to do your work.
Rewards that are a natural part of your career.
Entry level jobs or other experience that may lead to your position.
What employers are looking for, who they would hire, and interview tips.
Salary range for similar positions.
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