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Jobs in My Town
Help K–2 students understand the jobs people do in their communities
Career Clusters
Students explore how their interests and skills align with a range of jobs
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Jobs in My Town

In this activity, students will match occupations with their responsibilities to learn about jobs within their community.

Learning Objectives Grade Level Time Allotment Downloads
  • Students will recognize occupations and their responsibilities
  • Students will build community awareness
 K–2nd 35–45 minutes
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Career Clusters

In this lesson, students will be able to complete a Venn diagram to learn about various occupations and identify skills and interests that align with their career preference. In addition, students will complete a worksheet that includes follow-up questions to assess their career path based on the Venn diagram.

Learning Objectives Grade Level Time Allotment Downloads
  • Identify the 16 Career Clusters and their various pathways
  • Evaluate the education, training, skills and interests for various occupations
  • Analyze the similarities and differences between personal skills and interests and those of a chosen occupation
 6th–8th 45 minutes
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