6. Professionalism in Practice

Grade Level: Middle or High School

Duration: One to two class periods

🎯 Objective

Students examine how professionals demonstrate respect, teamwork, and responsibility across

different careers.

🧰 Tools

Career Exploration: Employability Videos, Virtual Job Shadow Videos

Reflection: Career Journal

(Optional) Resume and Cover Letter Builder

👩‍🏫 Teacher Script

“Professionalism is about how you show up and treat others. Today you will explore how

professionals communicate and collaborate and how you can model those behaviors now.”

🧾 Steps

1.Watch two videos showing

professionals in different industries.

2.Identify behaviors that demonstrate

professionalism.

3.Create a short list or poster of

Professionalism Do’s and Don’ts.

4.Optional: Draft a Cover Letter that

reflects professionalism.

5.Record reflections on the

Professionalism in Practice Worksheet

💬 Reflection

Format: Whole class, small groups, or

individual

Prompts:

How do professionals show respect?

What habits help you act professional

now?

Why does professionalism matter before

your first job?

⏰ Suggested Timing

Watch and discuss: 20 min

Activity: 20 min

Reflection: 10 min

6. Professionalism in Practice — Student Worksheet

Name:

Date:

1. Careers Viewed

2. Professional Behaviors You Observed

4. Reflection

How can you show professionalism in your classes or daily life?

Create three quick guidelines.

3. Do’s and Don’ts

Write one thing that surprised you about your Lifestyle Calculator results.

List at least three positive behaviors.

Professionalism Do:

Professionalism Don’t: