Assignment task: Your Elevator Pitch
Prepare: Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, please review
Chapter 5, Section 1 of the Life After College: Presenting Yourself to the Workforce textbook
8 Elevator Pitch Examples for Students.
The Elevator Pitch: A 60-Second Advocacy Tool for Nurses Be Prepared When Opportunity Presents Itself.
Ten Simple Rules for Hitting a Home Run with Your Elevator Pitch.
What Goes in a Portfolio? Interactive. This interactive has a transcript Download transcript.
Reflect:
In this discussion, you will develop a concise and compelling elevator pitch that effectively communicates your skill set, interests, experience, and value proposition to an organization in 90 seconds or less. Need Assignment Help?
Outline the following components of a good elevator pitch and align your information to each of those components:
Introduction: Who are you?
Skills and Experience: What are your key skills and relevant experiences?
Interests and Goals: What are your professional interests and career goals?
Value Proposition: How can you add value to the organization?
Write:
Create a video of your elevator pitch using the record/upload media feature discussion forum space. Also, draft your elevator pitch in writing and submit it in the discussion forum space as well. After your written submission, include responses to the following:
What key points did you select to include in your elevator pitch, and why?
What challenges did you encounter while crafting and delivering your pitch, and how did you overcome them?
How do you believe your elevator pitch will help you in real-world networking or job search scenarios?
Transcript For Interactive Learning Module
Screen 1: Objective
You will be guided through the components of a portfolio and how to target portfolios to demonstrate skills in a particular industry focus. You will be able to build your portfolios with the key tools to demonstrate your expertise and tailor them to specific roles.
Screen 2: Conversation on Portfolio
Olivia and Amelia Are Having a Conversation on Portfolios
Select the arrow buttons to explore more. Once finished, select the Next button.
[The screen displays 2 slides with 2 characters Amelia and Olivia] Slide 1:
Amelia: I'm putting together my portfolio for job applications in education, but I'm not sure what to include. Should I just add all my work?
Olivia: Not everything-focus on quality over quantity. Tailor it to highlight your strengths in teaching. Include lesson plans, student assessments, and any classroom management strategies that show your ability to make an impact in the classroom.
Slide 2:
Amelia: So, the key is selecting projects that match the job I'm applying for. For example, if they need someone skilled in differentiated instruction, should I feature examples of that?
Olivia: Exactly. Your portfolio should show how you meet the specific needs of the role. Think of it as demonstrating your expertise and how it aligns with what the school or district is looking for.
Screen 3: Portfolio
It is a curated collection of materials that showcase your skills, achievements, experiences, and qualifications to potential employers or clients. Here are some features of portfolios:
- They demonstrate your professional competencies and expertise in a specific field.
- They include documents such as resumes, work samples, certifications, and personal statements.
- They are tailored to highlight your unique value and readiness for a targeted role or industry.
Screen 4: Portfolio Essential for Educators and Professionals in
Education
Portfolios are essential for educators and education professionals because they showcase their skills, accomplishments, and teaching philosophy in a structured and reflective way, highlighting their readiness for specific roles. Some other ways portfolios help professionals are as follows:
- They demonstrate the practical application of educational theories through work samples and lesson plans.
- They provide evidence of professional growth, certifications, and continuing education.
- They reflect personal teaching philosophy and adaptability to different educational environments.
Screen 5: Key Components of a Portfolio - Part 1
Match the following with the correct options.
Select the correct options by expanding the button, and then select the Submit button.
[The screen displays 4 match the following questions. Each of the questions have a dropdown to select the answer]
Option 1: Professional branding, contact details, and a brief professional summary
1. Cover Page
2. Philosophy of Education
3. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
4. Work Samples
Option 2: A concise summary of education, experience, and credentials
1. Cover Page
2. Philosophy of Education
3. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
4. Work Samples
Option 3: A one-page statement explaining your approach to teaching or working in education.
1. Cover Page
2. Philosophy of Education
3. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
4. Work Samples
Option 4: Examples of lesson plans, assessments, student feedback, and projects
1. Cover Page
2. Philosophy of Education
3. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
4. Work Samples
Screen 6: Key Components of a Portfolio - Part 2
Match the following with the correct options.
Select the correct options by expanding the button, and then select the Submit button. [The screen displays 4 match the following questions. Each of the questions have a dropdown to select the answer]
Option 1: Proof of certifications and teaching licenses
1. Professional Development
2. Certifications and Qualifications
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Reflection
Option 2: References from mentors, supervisors, or colleagues
1. Professional Development
2. Certifications and Qualifications
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Reflection
Option 3: Evidence of continued learning through workshops, courses, or other training
1. Professional Development
2. Certifications and Qualifications
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Reflection
Option 4: A self-reflective statement highlighting growth as an educator
1. Professional Development
2. Certifications and Qualifications
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Reflection
Screen 7: Tailoring Portfolios for Specific Roles
Try to tailor your portfolios for specific roles.
Select each segment in the visual to learn more.
[The screen displays 4 segment, each segment displaying information once the tab is selected]
Segment 1: Classroom Teachers
Include items to showcase your strengths in the classroom, such as
- lesson planning highlights
- classroom management
- student engagement strategies
Segment 2: Educational Leadership
Include items to showcase your strengths in the leadership arena, such as
- videos, testimonials, and articles that demonstrate your leadership skills
- examples of curriculum planning
- outlines of strategic decision-making
Segment 3: Special Education
Include items to showcase your ability when working with students, such as
- showcase student success stories
- share conflict resolution strategies
- describe your go to counseling techniques
Segment 4: School Counselors
Include items to showcase your experience in serving students with exceptionalities, such as
- highlight your knowledge and application of accommodations
- give evidence of your experience with individualized education plans (IEPs)
- describe or demonstrate you favorite adaptive teaching techniques
Screen 8: Showcasing Skills and Accomplishments
Select each tab to learn more.
[The screen displays 3 tabs, each tab displaying information once it the tab is selected]
Tab 1: Identify Strengths
Categorize your strongest skills. Examples include the following:
- leadership
- classroom management
- technology integration
Tab 2: Highlight Work Samples
Show exemplars of your own or your students' work in the following ways:
- Point out best the objectives and why the work is exemplary.
- Make sure the exemplars are presented in a visually appealing way and are professionally formatted.
Tab 3: Storytelling
Design your portfolio to tell a story about yourself. Here are tips of what you can include:
- Share your professional experiences and achievements.
o Professional development achievements
o a challenging situation you faced in the classroom and how you resolved it
o an innovative solution you created
Screen 9: Summary
Portfolios are essential for a job, offering a structured way to present skills, accomplishments, and growth. They include key components such as resumes, work samples, and certifications.
Portfolios effectively showcase your strengths and career journey, helping you stand out for targeted roles.