Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 22

4 minutes 6 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 22

4 minutes 6 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Soft Skills and Hard Skills

Viewers learn the difference between "soft skills" and "hard skills." Hard skills are specific, teachable abilities that can be defined and measured; however, soft skills are less tangible and harder to quantify, such as etiquette, getting along w...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 21

5 minutes 24 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 21

5 minutes 24 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Attitude the Right Frame of Mind

A positive attitude is critical for achieving personal goals and dreams. It is also essential for having a successful career. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for children who are blind or have low v...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 20

2 minutes 36 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 20

2 minutes 36 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: After the Interview

In this segment, viewers are given tips for steps to take after interviewing for a job. The discussions include advice for sending thank you notes or emails. Viewers are provided a list of "dos and don'ts" after an interview. Segment host is Cryst...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 19

4 minutes 2 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 19

4 minutes 2 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Accommodations During the Interview

What accommodations are typically available during an interview? How does one decide which accommodations are best? This segment focuses on how to prearrange accommodations. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coor...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 18

3 minutes 46 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 18

3 minutes 46 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Preparing for an Interview

In this segment, the presenter offers interview preparation tips. Some of the tips include thinking about what the employer is looking for, dressing for success, and answering practice interview questions. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serve...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 17

4 minutes 3 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 17

4 minutes 3 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: References

In this segment, viewers learn who to include on a reference list, the purpose of references, and what employers hope to learn from them. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for children who are blind o...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 16

1 minutes 32 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 16

1 minutes 32 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Cover Letters

What should a good cover letter contain? This segment focuses on the content, purpose, and format of cover letters. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for children who are blind or have low vision. Par...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 15

4 minutes 59 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 15

4 minutes 59 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Résumé

In this segment, students learn tips for tailoring a résumé to a specific job posting. Students also learn what belongs on a résumé and the best format to use. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for ch...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 14

3 minutes 24 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 14

3 minutes 24 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Applications

This segment focuses on job applications and looks at how they are used by employers. Job seekers need to make sure they are thorough, neat, and accurate when filling out an application. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide ...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 13

5 minutes 48 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 13

5 minutes 48 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Your Job Search

In this segment, viewers learn the importance of having a plan in place when searching for a job. The first step is to write down career goals. These goals help create a vision and guide an individual's job search. Segment host is Crystal Melero, ...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 12

3 minutes 7 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 12

3 minutes 7 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Your Ticket to Work

In this segment, viewers learn about employment support programs. It focuses on the Social Security Administration's Ticket to Work Program. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for children who are blin...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 11

1 minutes 33 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 11

1 minutes 33 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Social Security Disability Insurance Programs (SSDI)

What is SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), and who is eligible to receive it? This segment provides a brief introduction to the Social Security Administration's SSDI Program. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide se...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 10

11 minutes 19 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 10

11 minutes 19 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Role Model: Beth Jones

Professor Beth Jones discusses her work experiences as a person with a visual impairment. She explains how self-motivation and goal setting helped her earn her doctorate. A positive self-concept, good time management, problem-sloving skills, and a...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 9

4 minutes 43 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 9

4 minutes 43 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Supplemental Security Income Program (SSI)

What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and why do people receive these payments? This segment offers a brief introduction to the Social Security Administration's Social Security Disability Income Program. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who s...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 8

5 minutes 29 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 8

5 minutes 29 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Overview of Social Security Benefits

Why do people collect Social Security benefits? This segment focuses on the benefits of working and introduces the Social Security Administration programs that can help individuals find a job. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the stat...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 7

3 minutes 55 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 7

3 minutes 55 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Workforce Development Centers

Workforce Development Centers are designed to provide a full range of assistance to job seekers. Established under the Workforce Investment Act and reauthorized in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act of 2014, these centers offer trainin...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 6

4 minutes 20 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 6

4 minutes 20 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Introduction to Vocational Rehabilitation

What is vocational rehabilitation? What does it mean to be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services? This segment introduces vocational rehabilitation and discusses where to find local offices. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as ...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 5

7 minutes 42 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 5

7 minutes 42 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Role Model: Blake Lindsay

Blake Lindsay, communications and outreach manager for a nonprofit agency, has been totally blind since birth. He currently owns and manages his own radio production company. He credits much of his success to his positive attitude. Part of the "Ge...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 4

3 minutes 21 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 4

3 minutes 21 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Rights, Responsibilities, and the Law

This segment provides a summary of the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act). It is essential that job seekers with disabilities understand their rights and responsibilities, especially wh...Read More

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 3

5 minutes 16 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

Episode 3

5 minutes 16 seconds

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired: Your Journey

How does one make a plan for their future? This segment encourages students to become active participants in planning their futures. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as the statewide services coordinator for children who are blind or hav...Read More