| This is an opportunity to have
first hand experience in the world of work beyond the classroom walls, so
that you have a good basis for advising your students on careers and/or
developing curricula. Educational programs such as Career Development
Occupational Standards, Career Planning, School-To–Career, Industry Advisory
Boards, Cooperative Work Experience and School/Industry partnerships will be
explored and related to your externship.
Open to teachers of all grades and subjects as
well as guidance counselors and pupil service professionals.
Learn employment skills and expectations that
you can share with your students by finding a summer externship on your own,
either for pay or as a public service, and working at it for a minimum of 40
hours. Assistance will be given to those who need to identify an externship
mentor.
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| New York State
- Career Development and Occupational Standards:
This course will you, the teacher, to meet the following standards:
- #1 Career Development: Students
will be knowledgeable about the world of work.
- #2 Integrated Learning: Students
will demonstrate how academic knowledge and skills are applied in the workplace and other settings.
- #3a Universal Foundation skills:
Students will demonstrate mastery of the foundation skills and competencies
essential for success in the workplace.
- #3b Career Majors - Students who
choose a career major will acquire the career-specific technical
knowledge/skills necessary to progress through gainful employment, career
advancement and success in post-secondary programs.
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