Olongapo Wesley School: Reading and Writing Skills

Olongapo Wesley School
#4 Oregon St., Lower Kalaklan, Olongapo City Zambales

Senior High School Department
Lesson Plan in Grade 11

Reading and Writing Skills
Topic: Resumé
Learning Competencies:
 Identifies the unique features of and requirements in composing professional correspondence
a. Resume
b. Application for College Admission
c. Application for Employment
d. Various forms of Office Correspondence
I. Specific Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
a. Identify the features and parts of an effective resume;
b. Identify the types of resume;
c. Design a resume that projects a professional image;
d. Write an effective resume based on an applicant’s credentials and the needs of the prospective
employer; and
e. Evaluate a resume
II. Subject Matter
A. Concept
A resume is a tool that summarizes your skills, educational background, experiences, and other
qualifications. It is also called curriculum vitae, but this is more detailed type of resume. It can be
considered a sales tool in the sense that it helps you market your skills to a prospective employer, in the
same manner that a product is advertized in a magazine.
B. Materials
- Board and Marker
- Graphic organizers
- Powerpoint presentation
- Textbook
C. Reference(s)
- Academic Reading and Writing
- Author: Jessie S. Barrot, PhD
D. Teaching Strategies
- Discussion
- Think, Pair, and Share
- Collaborative work/Learning by doing
III. Procedure
A. Introduction
- Prayer
- Greetings
- Checking of Attendance
- Assignment
B. Motivation
- Work with a partner. Imagine that you have just finished your studies and you have decided to apply
for a job. On a separate sheet of paper, write a one-page resume that you will be submitting to the
prospective employer.
- After completing the resume, swap with another pair and answer the following questions. Assume
that you are the director of the Human Resource Department. Assess the resume you have by
answering the following questions.
1. With this kind of resume, would you consider the applicant for an interview?
2. Is the resume clear, complete, and professionally prepared?
3. If you find the resume insufficient, list the weak points and explain how they can be improved.
C. Instruction/Delivery
- Discussion: Resume
A Resume is a tool that summarizes your skills, educational background, experiences, and other
qualifications. It is also called curriculum vitae, but this is more detailed type of resume. It can be
considered a sales tool in the sense that it helps you market your skills to a prospective employer, in
the same manner that a product is advertized in a magazine.
- Teacher will present an example of Resume for fresh graduates
- Discussion: Components of a Resume
a. Contact Information: Name, Address, Contact number & e-mail address.
b. Summary of Qualifications: highlighting the experiences and accomplishments
c. Objective Statement: job title, function, industry, and what you can offer to the company
d. Employment History: previous job experiences
e. Education: educational attainment
f. Skills: qualities, strengths, transferrable skills
g. Training: trainings and workshop that have bearing on the job position you are applying for
h. Organizations: professional and civic affiliations
i. Professional Licensure and Certifications: certification, rating, date issued, and place of issuance
j. Honors and Awards: recognized achievements that has something to do with work
k. References and Signature: contact details or information
- Discussion: Functions of a Resume
- Discussion: Types of Resume
a. Reverse Chronological
b. Functional
c. Targeted
d. Combined Format
- Discussion: Tips on Making an Effective Resume
1. Align the content of your resume to the job description and job requirements being applied for.
2. Do not write the word “resume” on the top of your resume.
3. Use good quality 8 ½” x 11” white or off-white bond paper.
4. Use readable and professional-looking fonts.
5. Use proper lay-outing for readability.
6. Use only one side of the paper.
7. Never include a photograph unless asked by the prospective employer.
8. Do not mention anything about your expected salary.
9. Use a reverse chronological order in writing the details.
10. Point out strengths and omit weaknesses.
11. Be factual. Do not exaggerate.
12. Limit your resume from one to three pages.
13. Edit and proofread your resume.
14. Avoid the use of “I”, as it is already implied.
15. Target the resume to your potential employer.
16. Never include reasons for leaving other jobs.
17. Use an active tone and powerful words.
D. Practice/Application
Part I: Collaborative Writing
Write a resume using the following situation. Be sure to use the correct format, language, and content.
Apply the strategies presented in the input by doing the following activities.
a. Before writing a resume, read the following context.
b. Brainstorming: Discuss with your fellow group members the specific position you would want to
apply for. Then, generate some ideas and facts relevant to the writing of your resume. Use only one of
your names in the letter. Consider the following information in writing your letter.
1. Name
2. Contact details
3. Resume capsule or objective
4. Significant achievements
5. Employment history
6. Company name, address, job title, inclusive dates, job description
7. Educational background
8. College/University, address, degree/specialization, inclusive dates
9. Seminars and Trainings (title, venue, organizer, date)
10. Organizations (position, name oforganization, date)
11. Skills
12. Other pertinent details
c. On a separate sheet of paper, organize the ideas in an outline and draft the resume accordingly.
E. Enrichment
Part II: Individual Writing
After your collaborative writing, it is your turn to individually write your own resume. Apply the
strategies presented in the input by doing the following activities.
a. Get an authentic job announcement for a position you are interested in. You can get these job-
opening ads from popular broadsheets, Internet, or magazines. Then, set the context for writing
your resume by completing the following items.
Position applied for: ______________________________________________________
Employer: ______________________________________________________
Industry: ______________________________________________________
Job requirements: ______________________________________________________
Source of ad: ______________________________________________________
b. Generate ideas and facts relevant to the writing of your resume.
c. On a separate sheet pf paper, organize the ideas in an outline and draft your resume accordingly.
IV. Evaluation
a. True or False (1-15)
b. Identification- Effective or Not Effective (1-10)
V. Agreement
Get one sample resume from any reputable webiste or from someone you know. Write your source. Then,
read the document and write an evaluation on how effective or ineffective the resume is.
Prepared by: LEIRADIN DACAYANAN Noted by: DEXTER LLOYD BARROGA Checked by: AMY A SARABIA,
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#4 Oregon St., Lower Kalaklan, Olongapo City Zambales

Lesson Plan in Grade 11

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