1. Child Care Guidance Unit 2: EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
Job Application
Interview
& Work Skills

2. Roles and Functions of Individuals working in Early Childhood
Read the Child Care Education Newsletter to yourself. You can underline or highlight the main points.
As a group summarize the main roles and functions. Use poster paper to make your list.
Be ready to discuss as a class.

3. Rights and Responsibilities of Child Care Employees
Employee Rights
Employee Responsibilities
Do your Job
Comply with all policies and state childcare licensing requirements.
Adhere to ethical standards
Provide appropriate, responsive care
Good attendance /be punctual
Professional appearance
Positive attitude
Maintain confidentiality
Seek help when needed
Quality workplace
Fair Treatment
Employee Benefits
Job Orientation
Supportive Supervision
Environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment
Safe work environment

4. When Seeking a Job:
Check with businesses, friends, relatives, career fairs, and newspapers for job openings.
Obtain applications, complete and return to businesses.
Mail cover letters with resumes when applying for jobs outside your community.
ALWAYS be professional and likeable.

5. Child-Related Careers
Research a Child Care Career
that interests you the most.

6. Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Create a Resume and
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Your Name
Your Street
Your City, State, Zip Code
The Person to whom you are writing
His/Her Title
Street
City, State Zip Code
Dear ____________:
OPENING PARAGRAPH: State why you are writing. Name the position or type of work for which you are applying. If possible, identify how you heard of the job opening, if you know that there is one.
MIDDLE PARAGRAPH: Explain why are interested in working for this employer. Use personal references such as your educational background, former jobs you have had, and your knowledge of the business for which you want to work. A resume should always be sent with a letter of application. Ask for application forms and information about the organization if you do not already have these materials.
CLOSING PARAGRAPH: Suggest a time period when you are available for an interview. For example, you might indicate that you will contact them to make a specific appointment, or that they can request further information from you. Let them know you are interested in an immediate reply to your letter.
Sincerely,
Your Signature
Your Name
Enclosure
Tips for creating a Resume:
Educational background and experience.
Explain gaps in employment in the cover letter.
Specify the month and year of the starting and ending date of each job.
Be honest in your resume.
Stress your most recent accomplishments.
Stress work experience: - volunteer work
- professional organizations
- leadership roles or skills
Poor computer or writing skills and grammatical errors will reflect badly.
Cover Letter Video:

7. JOB APPLICATION Fill out the application form HONESTLY and COMPLETELY.
Use a pen and write neatly.

8. INFORMATION may be collected from:
Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Driver’s License
Resume
Portfolio

9. EMPLOYER MAY REQUIRE: Special Permits TB Test Blood Test
Food Handlers
CPR Certificate
1st Aid Training
TB Test
Blood Test
Finger Print for background check.

10. The INTERVIEW! Be PROMPT Arrive about 10 minutes early.
Find the location of the interview BEFORE the day of the interview.
INTRODUCE yourself and use a firm handshake.
Be PLEASANT
In both VERBAL and NONVERBAL language
Be attentive, alert, interested and use eye contact.
DO NOT chew Gum

11. Your DRESS and APPEARANCE
How you
LOOK
makes a statement
before you even open
your mouth!
Appearance = First Impression

12. Does APPEARANCE MATTER …
Clothing should be:
Appropriate for the job being sought
Clean and pressed
Conservative
Personal Grooming Includes:
Hair, Beards, Nails,
Breath - Body Odor
Avoid: Excessive make up, perfume, jewelry, or extreme styles

13. QUALITIES EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR:
1 - Communication Skills (written & verbal)
2 - Honesty and Integrity
3 - Teamwork Skills - getting along with others
4 - Interpersonal Skills
5 - Strong work ethic
6 - Motivation / Initiative
7 - Flexibility
8 - Analytical Skills (Problem Solving)
9 - Computer Skills
10 - Organizational Skills

14. The Interview Interview questions : pages 654-655
Tips for a Successful Interview :page 654

15. You got the Job - NOW KEEP IT!
Find a Job you will ENJOY!
Be ON TIME - Don’t abuse SICK LEAVE.
Be a HARD WORKER-Get the Work DONE.
Follow RULES!
Keep a LEARNING ATTITUDE.
Do Not GOSSIP.
HELP in any way possible.
Work WITH not AGAINST other employees.