Activity Overview
Students can create fun and colorful resumes about all they hope to accomplish in the future by writing the "resume of your dreams". In it, they can write down goals they hope to achieve in their personal and professional life in the future. This activity is also helpful in allowing students to practice their resume writing skills, something they will surely need in the future! These resumes can be printed out and kept in a special spot for students to stay motivated towards achieving their future goals. They can also be projected onto the board and students can share their hopes and dreams with the class.
For more templates to add to this assignment, check out our resume infographic templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create the "Resume of your Dreams!"
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment"
- Fill in the template provided with your name and your dream occupation.
- Include information about where you hope to work in the future and what types of tasks you hope to perform.
- Add achievements and awards you would love to receive pursuing your passion
- Include a place you would like to live in the future as your address
- Add an image of yourself in the future and any other imagery that you would like to include to personalize your resume.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 7 Points | Emerging 4 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The writing is clear and uses complete sentences. The worksheet is complete and correct. | The writing is somewhat clear and uses some complete sentences. The worksheet is complete with some incorrect responses. | The worksheet is incomplete or mostly incorrect. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
Activity Overview
Students can create fun and colorful resumes about all they hope to accomplish in the future by writing the "resume of your dreams". In it, they can write down goals they hope to achieve in their personal and professional life in the future. This activity is also helpful in allowing students to practice their resume writing skills, something they will surely need in the future! These resumes can be printed out and kept in a special spot for students to stay motivated towards achieving their future goals. They can also be projected onto the board and students can share their hopes and dreams with the class.
For more templates to add to this assignment, check out our resume infographic templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create the "Resume of your Dreams!"
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment"
- Fill in the template provided with your name and your dream occupation.
- Include information about where you hope to work in the future and what types of tasks you hope to perform.
- Add achievements and awards you would love to receive pursuing your passion
- Include a place you would like to live in the future as your address
- Add an image of yourself in the future and any other imagery that you would like to include to personalize your resume.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 7 Points | Emerging 4 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The writing is clear and uses complete sentences. The worksheet is complete and correct. | The writing is somewhat clear and uses some complete sentences. The worksheet is complete with some incorrect responses. | The worksheet is incomplete or mostly incorrect. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How Tos about My Dream Resume
Incorporate goal-setting discussions before starting dream resumes
Engage students in a brief conversation about personal and professional goals before they begin their dream resume. This helps students reflect on their aspirations, making the resume activity more meaningful and focused on authentic dreams.
Model a sample dream resume for your class
Showcase a completed example of a dream resume, either your own or a fictional one, to demonstrate expectations and creative possibilities. This gives students a clear vision and inspires creativity while clarifying the assignment's requirements.
Provide guiding questions to spark student ideas
Distribute a list of guiding questions (such as "Where do you see yourself in 10 years?" or "What skills do you want to develop?") to help students brainstorm details for their resumes. This supports students who may struggle to envision their future or need extra prompts to get started.
Encourage students to use visuals and creative design
Suggest adding images, icons, or drawings that represent students' future selves, careers, or achievements. Visual elements make resumes more engaging and allow students to express their aspirations creatively.
Facilitate a class gallery walk for sharing dream resumes
Organize a gallery walk where students display their dream resumes around the classroom. This celebrates student aspirations and encourages peer-to-peer inspiration, discussion, and feedback in a supportive environment.
Frequently Asked Questions about My Dream Resume
What is a 'dream resume' activity for students?
A dream resume activity lets students create an imaginative resume outlining their future hopes, goals, and achievements. It encourages them to think about personal and professional aspirations while practicing essential resume writing skills.
How can I use a dream resume lesson to teach goal setting in my classroom?
Assigning a dream resume helps students identify and articulate their long-term goals. By envisioning future careers, awards, and accomplishments, students practice goal setting and reflect on steps needed to achieve their dreams.
What are some creative ideas for students to personalize their dream resumes?
Encourage students to add future job titles, dream workplaces, awards, future addresses, and images of themselves. Allowing creative elements like colors and graphics makes the dream resume engaging and unique for each student.
Why is writing a dream resume beneficial for middle and high school students?
Writing a dream resume boosts students' motivation, helps them visualize success, and builds resume writing skills they'll need later. It also fosters self-reflection and communication skills.
Where can I find templates for student dream resume assignments?
You can find resume infographic templates online, which are ideal for student dream resume projects. These templates help structure the assignment and make it visually appealing and easy to complete.
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