Learn about today's hottest jobs! These easy-to-use lessons feature the 20 fastest growingjobs in 2021 that do not require education beyond a high school diploma. These are jobs where training is primarily done on-the-job. Whether you like the idea of working outside, on the road, or in an office, you're sure to find some great options in this totally new book! And best of all... these are relevant careers... RIGHT NOW! (see product preview for tons of sample pages).

LIFE SKILLS LESSONS:
Give students the information they need to make quality decisions about which job they might choose! Students will even be exposed to jobs they might never have heard of or realized they might be good at! Comprehension questions follow each reading passage and challenge students to stay focused, improve their reading skills and learn more...

JOBS INCLUDED:

We have chosen these jobs for their variety, availability, and desirability. They are listed according to wage amount... beginning with the highest wages. These jobs should be accessible for most students and can serve as good experience for future jobs.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor 2021 Statistics provided the average wage amounts for each job. But with the current labor shortage, it seems wages are increasing everywhere. So as an extended activity, students may wish to research each job's current salary.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

• What is the expected job growth in the next 10 years?
• What is the average salary?
• What kinds of skills are needed?
• What kind of training is required?
• What will I be expected to do

TOP 20 JOBS INCLUDE:
JOB 1 Farmer / Farm Worker
JOB 2 Sales Representative
JOB 3 Postal Worker
JOB 4 Media Content Creator
JOB 5 Personal Assistant
JOB 6 Refuse Collector
JOB 7 Construction Worker
JOB 8 Mover
JOB 9 Passenger & Delivery Driver
JOB10 Personal Caregiver
JOB 11 Bank Teller
JOB 12 Receptionist
JOB 13 Security Guard
JOB 14 Warehouse Worker
JOB 15 Cleaner
JOB 16 Retail Clerk
JOB 17 House and Pet Sitter
JOB 18 Cashier
JOB 19 Barista
JOB 20 Fast Food Worker

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THE TOP 20 JOBS SERIES:
In the 21st century, technological innovations have produced many significant changes. The jobs we have, the kind of work we do and how we do it, has been considerably impacted. Some 20th century jobs are obsolete. Some 21st century jobs are completely new.

This series was developed to give students relevant information they need to make decisions about which career to choose. Students will be exposed to cutting-edge jobs they might never have heard of or realized they might be good at. 

TOP 20 JOBS SERIES INCLUDES:

• Top 20 High School Degree Jobs
• Top 20 Skilled Labor Jobs
• Top 20 Associate Degree Jobs
• Top 20 Bachelor's Degree Jobs

BASED ON 2021 DATA & CURRENT INFORMATION:
The statistical information provided in this series such as average salary and job growth, is based on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data as of September 2021. These statistics are constantly changing. Job 1 in this book might be Job 4 in 2022. But we feel confident that all the jobs will stay relevant and be worth pursuing.

Answer Key: Yes
Page Count: 68
Interest Level: Gr. 7 - 12
Reading Level: Gr. 4 - 5