www.gowise.org marsha threlkeld (name) (contact information career portfolio
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www.gowise.org Marsha Threlkeld
(Name)(Contact Information
Career Portfolio
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Statement of what job opportunity the student is looking for; something like:
I am looking for a full time job working in a bookstore or another environment with books, magazines and printed materials.
Use photo of the student.
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My experience and education…
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My skills and abilities…
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You should hire me because… Include a few bullets
on what the student would bring to the job; something like:
I am very dependable I enjoy my co-workers
and am a great team player
I like to work and consider it an important part of my life.
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Ways I am Successful on the Job Include what supports and strategies the
student will use to be successful. Include items such as:
I use the services of an job coach at no cost to my employer
I use the bus to get to and from work I have a picture based computer which helps
me to communicate and process materials
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Interesting things about me…. Include information
the student could use to answer a question about what they like to do, or “Tell me about yourself”? Items such as:
I enjoy the driving range at the golf course
I like to paint and draw I like to go camping with
my family
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Thank you… Insert a short
statement thanking them for taking the time to look at your portfolio.
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Resume
I suggest using one of the resume templates in your computer.
One page in length This can be left with the employer
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References
An additional page to your resume Can be left with the employer
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Letters of Recommendation Preferably on the letterhead of the past
employer or work experience site This does not have to be a long term site. It
can be from somewhere the student only worked or volunteered for a limited period of time.
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Training materials from:
Washington Initiative for Supported EmploymentContact:
Marsha ThrelkeldWISE100 S. King StreetSuite 260Seattle, WA 98104206-343-0881www.gowise.org