Connect Across the Curriculum, continued
Media/Writing: Complete an Application
CAREER STUDY

CAREER STUDY

Academic Vocabulary

  • • application (ap-lu-kā-shun) noun An application is a form used for filling out a request.

In addition to actors, a play needs stagehands. Stagehands work backstage, or behind the scenes, to set up scenery, lights, sound, and props. To decide if a job like this is for you, use the description of the job and the application.

  • 1 Read the Description

    Wanted: Stagehands for “The Girl and the Chenoo” Applicants must be available weekends in April and be able to:

    • * help paint scenery and organize props

    • * follow directions from the stage manager

    • * move scenery quickly and quietly

  • 2 Read the Application What information do you get from the application? What information do you have to give?

  • 3 Make a Decision Does the job interest you? Do you have the necessary experience? Are you available to work the times requested?

  • 4 Complete the Application Follow instructions closely and write as neatly as possible. Fill out every part of the application. Role-play with a partner. One of you will be the stage manager giving the instructions to fill out the application, and one of you will apply for the job. Then switch roles. What did you learn about completing an application?

Position Applied For: _________________

Personal Information

First Name: _________ Last Name: _____________

Address: ___________________________

City: ______________ State: ________ Zip Code: _________

Phone: _______________ E-mail Address: _________

Date of Birth: _________

Education

School Name: ________________________

School Address: ________________________

What skills do you have that will help you meet the goals of this position? ___________________________
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What skills do you want to learn? ____________________________
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