Lesson 19: Job Reflections

Activity: On the Job Reflections Key Considerations While you work it will be important for you to take time to reflect on your job performance. Self-reflection will help you identify your strengths as well as to pinpoint some areas you need to improve in. Writing down your thoughts about your performance will make it easier […]

Lesson 17: Interpreting Paystubs

Activity: Interpreting Paystubs Key Considerations The first paycheck you receive from your job will be exciting! Being compensated for your hard work is a good feeling. Your paycheck will have two parts, the check and a paystub. The paystub contains important information you will need to actively review for accuracy each time you are paid. […]

Lesson 16: Timesheet

Activity: Timesheet Key Considerations Employers use a variety of methods for having employees record the time spent performing a job or working. The amount of time working is recorded per day and is used by the payroll department to pay an employee. Timesheets are submitted at the end of the timesheet period and those dates […]

Lesson 15: Work Performance Appraisal

Activity: Student Work Appraisal Key Considerations Employers use work performance appraisals or evaluations as a method to record and evaluate job performance. Essentially, your supervisor will give you feedback about your job performance which includes your productivity, appearance, work etiquette, skills demonstrated, etc. If your supervisor indicates you need to make improvements related to your […]

Lesson 14: On the Job Assignments

Activity: On the Job Assignments Key Considerations Your first days of work are the most important. Your boss and co-workers will be observing your performance and deciding if you are going to be a good employee or not. You will be establishing your reputation as a worker. There are some things you can do to […]