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Man wearing a gray and orange parka looks through a scope fixed to a tripod. Caption. Strong work ethic and detail oriented.
Business Essentials
Episode 6
3 minutes 16 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Good employees are important in any organization. They are dependable, passionate, creative, and inspire others to be better employees. When looking to add staff to the workplace, employers should pay closer attention to character, personality, an...Read More

Slide shows green text on a dark background that reads, "Duty of care."
Toolbox Talks
Episode 31
2 minutes 3 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Employers have a duty of care to their employees, meaning that they should take all steps within reason to promote the health, safety, and well-being of their employees. This short program provides a discussion on duty of care in the workplace. It...Read More

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Toolbox Talks
Episode 25
1 minutes 47 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Employers can help protect their workforce and organization through safe driving policies. This short program offers examples of safe driving tips for the workplace. It also features an open-ended question to generate discussion and idea sharing. ...Read More

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Employee Excellence
Episode 4
4 minutes 47 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Words create impression, images, and expectations. They influence how people think. There's a powerful connection between the words people use and the results they get. In the workplace, ineffective communication can lead to poor productivity and ...Read More

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Employee Excellence
Episode 3
5 minutes 27 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Driving a vehicle safely should be the number one concern for every driver. Talking on a cell phone while driving can slow a driver's reaction time. Employers are encouraged to create policies that promote driver safety training as well as guideli...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, "References."
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Episode 17
4 minutes 3 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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

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."
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Episode 12
3 minutes 7 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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

Closeup of a woman with lips parted mid-speech in front a chalkboard next to a bright yellow wall calendar. Caption. To start your project.
1 minutes 14 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Ready to apply for college scholarships? This video breaks down the application process into four simple steps. First, get organized and create a system to track one's progress. Next, seek out teachers, counselors, and former employers for letters...Read More

Man touches his fingers to a braille book as a woman sits nearby. Caption. I think I just adjusted to being a person who is blind.
23 minutes 18 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Presents a brief overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act and examines some of the many resources that are available to help with the job search. Discusses how to target companies and presents tips for networking to help expand opportunitie...Read More

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Man faces camera and gestures in sign language, 1 closed fist with one thumb out pointing down, the other closed and tapping behind. Caption. And being a team player.
20 minutes 4 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Helps job seekers prepare for employment interviews. Outlines characteristics and qualities of a successful candidate. Gives tips on what to do before, during, and after an interview. Lists common mistakes candidates make during interviews. Demons...Read More

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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.
BizKid$
Season 5 / Ep 9
27 minutes 42 seconds
Grade Level: 5 - 10

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

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Career Connections
Episode 17
3 minutes 16 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Workers with computer skills have the best job prospects among those seeking employment as machinists and tool die makers. A die shop machinist offers a close up of a computer numerical control (CNC) die shop. Part of the "Career Connections" seri...Read More

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Woman sitting at a desk works on a desktop computer. Next to her, sheets of paper and a keyboard with Post-it notes attached to the monitor stand. A bulletin board is in the background.
Career Connections
Episode 24
4 minutes 46 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Join a community training supervisor for a busy day of on-site visits. She meets with and helps individuals with developmental disabilities find employment. Learn about the education requirements needed to pursue a career in this field. Part of th...Read More

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Origin of Everything
Season 1 / Ep 2
6 minutes 27 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

In the "Origin of Everything: How Did Makeup, WWII & Communism Create U.S. Healthcare?" video, the development of the U.S. healthcare system is traced through a unique historical lens. Key educational concepts include employer-based health insuran...Read More

Young man in blue tank top and visor touches glasses and holds a C, D player while walking along a tree-lined street. Caption. With me fixing to be 21 in December.
Aging Out
Season 0 / Ep 5
23 minutes 20 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

The video "With No Direction Home" from the "Aging Out" series explores the life of Thomas Hudson, who is nearing emancipation from the foster care system. Set in Chicago, the video chronicles Thomas's struggles with independence, employment, and ...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."
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Episode 7
3 minutes 55 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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

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The First Amendment in the 21st Century
Episode 3
28 minutes 29 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

The Constitution and its Bill of Rights guarantee freedom of speech and freedom of expression. This case looks at the argument that government employees and public employees do not have these rights due to at-will employment practices. The Supreme...Read More

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Map It: What Comes Next?
Episode 21
4 minutes 39 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

This segment explains the importance of disclosure. When individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing are looking for a job, they will need to tell potential employers that they are deaf. However, choosing the right time and way to disclose can mak...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, "Preparing for an Interview."
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Episode 18
3 minutes 46 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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

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."
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired
Episode 14
3 minutes 24 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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

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Read My Lips
Episode 5
50 minutes 57 seconds
Grade Level: All

The fifth in a series of six lessons that teaches how to read lips and facial expressions. Controlled practice material includes the following conversational-type situations: my favorite fantasy, about my employment, what makes me laugh, what happ...Read More

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Woman seated behind a desk, 1 finger pointing out in front of her. Caption. Their position of power to sexually harass you.
12 minutes 45 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Sexual harassment is a form of sexual discrimination that violates Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Knowledge is the best prevention, and prevention is the best tool to eliminate it from the workplace. Defines what sexual harassment means...Read More

Man repairs an outlet box with a black tool. Caption. Understanding his skill set was a vital part.
26 minutes 49 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

Generation Ys, born between 1975 and 1990, are highly technology driven and seek short-term career pathways and jobs that make a difference in society. Investigates and provides advice on likely career pathways and job-seeking skills specific to t...Read More

Black and white closeup of a person ladling soup into another's bowl. Caption. The Depression was more than an economic problem.
Economics U$A
Episode 5
28 minutes 48 seconds
Grade Level: 11 - 12

Part of the "Economics USA" series. In 1932 President Herbert Hoover spoke enthusiastically about financial recovery, while John Maynard Keynes expressed doubts. Keynes published "The General Theory of Employment, Interest & Money" in 1936, displa...Read More

Man in suit signs with hands crossed at his chest. Title card reads, "Definition of 'Disability.' " Text on screen reads, "Other types of disabilities defined under A, D, A. Regarded as having such an impairment." Caption. That person is protected under the A, D, A.
The Americans With Disabilities Act
Episode 1
33 minutes 8 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT

Part one explains the history of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), including its passage, its definitions of disability, and its recent Amendment Act. The ADA's four sections: employment, public entities, public accommodations, and teleco...Read More

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Todd, the narrator for the Getting a Job series, faces camera and uses sign language. Next to him, an image of 3 people in business attire seated in chairs against a white wall. Caption. So now it's time to start preparing for your interview.
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Episode 14
7 minutes 31 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

What do you need to do and think about before an interview? In this segment, the presenter describes the preparation job seekers should do before going on an interview. Some of the tips include thinking about what the employer is looking for, dres...Read More

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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.
Getting a Job! for Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Episode 5
8 minutes 3 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

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