Practicing Pragmatic Soft Skills With Older Students EDITABLE

There are prerequisite social skills teenagers need to learn in order to secure a job. As a speech pathologist in a middle school or high school setting, we make every effort to prepare the students with the tools to become successful communicators and problem solvers. We provide guidance for students to practice their pragmatic skills in a supportive school environment with no judgment.

“Soft” skills include:

•Be professional and have a good work ethic

•Able to listen and follow instructions

•Able to make good decisions and solve problems

•Be positive, honest, trusting and polite

•Able to communicate with clarity

•Be a team player and collaborate with others

Editable activities in this packet include the following:

Slide 4 – Ice Breaker Truth or Untruth

Slide 5 - How big is the problem

Slide 6 – Problems and solutions

Slides 7-9 – Texting and Communication funny video

Slides 10-11 – Critical thinking & problem solving on the job

Slides 12-13 – Going on a job interview funny video

Slides 14-15 - A millennial job interview funny video

Slides 16-19 – Chores