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Framed image of a woman hugging a black lab while petting his cheek. From the title card below her image, she is Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby reads, "Getting a Job."

This introductory video provides an overview of the series. Viewers are asked to think about their past experiences related to finding a job. Segment host is Crystal Melero, who serves as statewide services coordinator for children who are blind o...Read More

Young man sits inside a lavish motor coach and faces towards camera. Text on image reads, "Ray. Boss man." Caption. They were raggedy, they weren't very fabulous.

It's a job getting a job and "Biz Kid$" is here to help. Learn tips and tricks for writing a great resume, dressing for success, and nailing the interview. Get the inside scoop on what employers look for from a young entrepreneur who manages 200 e...Read More

Framed image of a woman smiling with a black lab licking her face. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman posing with a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman posing with a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed portrait of a woman wearing a business suit and smiling at camera. Title card identifies her as Beth Jones, University Instructor. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, Role Model."

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

Framed image of a woman posing with a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, Supplemental Security Income Program, S,S,I."

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

Framed image of a woman posing with a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman posing with a black lab in a library. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman smiling and hugging a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed portrait of a man wearing a business suit and smiling at camera. Title card identifies him as Blake Lindsay, Communications and Outreach Manager for a Nonprofit Agency. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, Role Model."

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

Framed image of a woman smiling and hugging a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman smiling and hugging a black lab. Title card identifies her as Crystal Melero, Statewide Services Coordinator for Children Who are Blind or Have Low Vision. Text nearby reads, "Getting a Job, 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

Framed image of a woman smiling and looking slightly off camera. From the title card below her him, she is Robina Rayamajhi, a law student. Text nearby reads, "Getting a Job, Role Model."

Law student Robina Rayamajhi has worked to overcome obstacles related to her visual impairment her entire life. She became interested in law through classes offered at her high school. She provides tips for a successful interview and recommends di...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Text on image reads, "Hard skills." Caption. Hard skills are specific skills that you have learned.

Viewers learn the difference between "soft skills" and "hard skill." 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 wi...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a group of young men and women giving a thumbs up. Caption. The right attitude will guide your actions along that course.

What role does attitude play in one's daily life? A positive attitude is critical for achieving personal goals and dreams. It is also essential for having a successful career. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearin...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a woman looking down at a mobile phone. Caption. The first step after the interview is to follow-up.

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 e-mails. Viewers are provided a list of "dos and don'ts" after an interview. Part of the "Getting...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of 3 women meeting in an office setting. Caption. You must inform them of your need for the accommodation.

What accommodations are typically available during an interview? How does one decide which accommodations are best? This segment focuses on how to prearrange accommodations for communication and what to expect during an interview. Part of the "Get...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of people wearing business attire smiling and standing in a line. Caption. So whom should you ask to serve as a reference for you?

What is the purpose of references? In this segment, viewers learn who to include on a reference list, the purpose of references, whether employers even contact references, and what the employer hopes to learn from talking with them. Part of the "G...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a standard 1 page cover letter. Caption. What is a cover letter?

What should a good cover letter contain. This segment focuses on cover letters, their purpose, and their format. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing!" training module.

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, a young woman in a business meeting. Caption. Your resume must show the employer that you're right.

What is the purpose of the resume? This segment focuses on tailoring a résumé for a specific job posting. Viewers also learn what belongs on a résumé and the best format to use. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hear...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of an application form. Caption. Applications come in different forms.

What is the purpose of a job application? 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. Part of the "Getti...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a stack of polaroid portrait photos. Caption. These are elements of your career goals as well.

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

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a ticket with the word, Success. Caption. And I want you to learn more about the options that you have.

In this segment, viewers learn about employment support programs. It focuses on the Social Security Administration's Ticket to Work Program. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing!" training module.

Rania Johnson faces camera and uses sign language. Caption. That very afternoon she called and invited me to an interview.

Rania Johnson was born deaf in Korea. As an infant, she was abandoned on the streets and spent time in an orphanage in Seoul. A family in Minnesota adopted her, and she came to live in the United States. She discusses her educational experiences i...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, a digital illustration of an exit sign with the word Future. Caption. One-Stop Career Centers offer many excellent services.

American Job Centers (also known as One-Stop Centers) are designed to provide a full range of assistance to job seekers under one roof. Established under the Workforce Investment Act, and reauthorized in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities ...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a front door that reads, "Vocational Rehabilitation Service Center." Caption. To fit your individual needs and employment interests.

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. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Ar...Read More

Cathy Noble faces camera and uses sign language in a living room setting. Caption. To compare the 2 different management styles.

Cathy Noble discusses her various jobs. At age seven, she worked in her father's costume and magic shop. She details the ways she felt supported in her work environment; even though, she is deaf. In high school, she worked with her friends at a dr...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a hammer and gavel. Caption. You have rights as well as responsibilities.

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 whe...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of a stack of polaroid portrait photos. Caption. There are a number of occupations to choose from.

How does one make a plan for their future? This segment encourages students to become active participants in planning their futures. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing!" training module.

Jason Altmann faces camera and uses sign language. Caption. My work history began way back when I was in middle school.

Jason Altmann discusses his work history. He began working in middle school. His first job was delivering papers, and he kept this job until he graduated high school. During the summer breaks, he sought additional jobs to help him develop his comm...Read More

Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Caption. These videos are all about getting a job.

This introductory video provides an overview of the series. Viewers are asked to think about their past experiences related to finding a job. Part of the "Getting a Job for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing!" training module.