Oregon Employability Skills Curriculum, a comprehensive and open-access resource designed to empower students with the essential skills they need to transition into the ever-evolving world of careers successfully. Collaborating with educational experts, industry professionals, and the vibrant Oregon community, we have developed a curriculum addressing the growing demand for a well-rounded skill set beyond academic knowledge. The world is changing rapidly, and the skills required for a successful career continuously evolve. As educators, you are pivotal in preparing students for academic excellence and to thrive in the workplace.
What is the Oregon Employability Skills Curriculum?
This dynamic curriculum is designed to equip students with the practical skills and mindsets necessary to transition from school to the workforce. The curriculum focuses on a range of crucial employability skills:
Adaptability: Open to Change
Analysis/Solution Mindset: Problem Solver
Collaboration: Team Player
Communication: Good Communicator
Digital Literacy: Good with Technology
Empathy: Sensitive to Others’ Feelings
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Go-Getter
Resilience: Plans for Success & Handles Failure
Self-Awareness: Self-Understanding
Social Diversity/Awareness: Sensitivity to Differences
OES Curriculum Levels (see this link for details):
OES Awareness (Elementary)
OES Exploration (Middle School)
OES Work-Ready (High School)