Lee V. Pollard High – Exploratory Work Experience 1a-1b

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course is an elective course which combines non-paid job observation and sampling with related classroom instruction in employability skills. Students will ascertain their interest and suitability for the occupations they are exploring. Instruction is the same as General Work Experience with the exception that additional time is given to career-awareness/exploration activities and the skills needed to acquire employment. Instruction in level 1A is divided into three parts involving the employment cycle: How to Get a Job, Keep a Job, and Leave a Job. Labor laws, employee rights, income taxes, and other pertinent topics will be discussed as they relate to the employment cycle. Instruction is modified for special needs learners. Notes: Work Experience coordinator approval. Student observes a job at least 10 hours (10 credits) or 5 hours (5 credits) per week at a non-residential/stationary business location, within approximately 30 miles of the CNUSD. The job to be observed must be approved by the WEE coordinator. Course Requirements: a. Student participates in non-paid job observations a minimum of $60 %$ of weeks in the semester b. Student submits an enrollment card/training agreement c. Student submits a work permit application if under age 18 d. Student attends once a week related instruction class regularly e. Student submits weekly time sheets signed by employer regularly f. Student satisfactorily completes assignments, etc., as required g. Student develops a portfolio (resume, references, application, etc.) May be taken as a 5 or 10 credit semester.