Resume Writing

Driving Question:  What is the purpose of a high-quality resume and what are they used for?

Your resume is your advertisement. It gives employers their first impression of you. It offers a quick snapshot of important facts about you. These facts help employers decide if they want to interview you 

Lesson Targets:

1. Understand the purpose of a quality resume.

2. Identify the key elements of a resume.

3. Design a resume that best shows a hiring manager your strengths, skills & experiences.

4. Apply Power Words (action verbs) to highlight your skills and experiences.

Online Resources:

What is the purpose of a resume? 

What are the key elements of an effective resume?

What types of resume formats are there?  

Resume formats and guide with examples

How and when do you update a resume after an experience?  

Xello Resume Builder

Video Resources:

Best way to write a resume

What to include on a resume

Choosing the right resume format

5 Resume tips that will get you noticed

Resume Power Words

Assignment:

Using these websites and templates provided, choose a format to create your personal resume based on your learning from this lesson.

zety.com/resume-templates 

resumecompanion.com/resume-examples/high-school-student-resume-sample/