Jobs in Our Classroom
What jobs could you do in your classroom? Submit your personalized applications in boxes that advertise the opportunities!
1. Identify jobs. With your classmates, list jobs that you can do to keep your classroom running smoothly. What about computer mentor, spelling coach, or town crier? With your teacher, choose the most important jobs.
2. In small groups, write job descriptions with Crayola® Erasable Colored Pencils. Use precise language to describe responsibilities. Clearly state timelines and qualifications.
3. Advertise for "Help Wanted." Cut colorful paper to fit recycled tissue boxes with Crayola Scissors. Cover one box for each position. Attach the paper with Crayola Glue Sticks.
4. Cut plain paper panels to fit one side of each box. Design an attractive "help wanted" ad with your colored pencils and Crayola Rainbow Twistables. Pick a creative job title. Choose words that encourage you and your friends to apply.
5. Submit applications. Design personalized letterhead with your colored pencils and Twistables. Write a cover letter to apply for each job that interests you. State your skills and experience.
6. Roll up your applications. Tie them with colorful ribbon and place them in the appropriate ad boxes. Who will select applicants? Rotate responsibilities so everyone contributes to your classroom!
Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.
Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.
String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.
- Design a self-evaluation process for "hired" individuals to assess how they are performing in their positions.
- Compare and contrast working for pay and the role of volunteerism. Share things that you do as a volunteer. Imagine your life without volunteers.
- Find out about jobs your grandparents did when they were young.
- Talk about how different countries regard child labor.
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