1 . It’s not easy to find a job. Many jobs have age or experience requirements that you might not meet. On top of that, you need to juggle(应付)schoolwork, extracurriculars, and your social life. Fortunately, there are still some good jobs for you to start gaining working experience.

Tutor

Straight-A student? Then a job as a tutor(家庭教师)might be the best option for you. Helping younger students with their homework is a great way to put what you’ve studied to good use and make some extra money. One of the easiest ways to show that you’re qualified to teach other students is by listing your GPA(Grade Point Average) on your tutor resume.

Dog Walker

Love dogs? Then a position as a dog walker is the perfect fit for you. Dog walking requires no work experience and has flexible hours. However, you may need to do some shadowing or an interview before people trust you with their pets.

Delivery Driver

If you’re 16+ years old and have a driver’s license, you could try working as a delivery driver. Driving is a great way to gain relevant experience and show future employers that you’re responsible and work well under pressure.

Call Center Representative

If you don’t mind talking on the phone, then a job as a call center worker is a good choice for you. Working as a call center representative can even teach you some useful customer service skills that will help your career later on. To land a job at a call center, highlight your customer service and interpersonal skills on your resume.

1. Who are the passage intended for?

A．Parents.

B．Teachers.

C．Students.

D．Employers.

2. What qualifies you as a tutor?

A．Relevant experience.	B．Timely homework completion.
C．Flexible time schedule.	D．Impressive academic performance.

3. Which job requires good social skills?

A．Tutor.	B．Dog walker.
C．Delivery driver.	D．Call center representative.

2 . Being an employee at a company has many challenges—you want job satisfaction, a work-life balance and opportunities for promotion (提升). But most of us want a decent financial reward. We aim to get a good salary to pay for the essential things in life. But when that’s not enough, we have to do the hardest thing in the world—ask our boss for a pay rise!

In some companies, a regular annual pay rise is normal. In other firms, workers might get a bonus (津贴) to reward them for their efforts or for meeting a target. But for some people, a pay increase is something you have to ask for—and if you don’t ask, you don’t get!

Wage increases have been a sensitive issue in recent years. Due to the global economic recession (萧条), businesses had to tighten (绷紧) their belts. Most public sector pay in the UK, for example, was frozen for two years in 2010, and after that rises were capped at 1%—below the rate of inflation (通货膨胀率). But last month the government awarded them a pay rise above the 2% inflation rate so that teachers, for example, will get a 2.75% salary boost.

But not everyone is happy at being given a fixed pay rise—they feel they’re worth more and that they deserve more money. It’s not something we should fear “asking for”, says Pip Jamieson, founder of the professional networking site, The Dots. She’s told the BBC “No one ever got fired for asking for a pay rise. In fact, rather the opposite—asking for more money shows ambition and shows you want to stay with the company.”

You need to do your research and find out what kind of pay your job should be getting, perhaps by talking to your Human Resources department. You’ll need to give good reasons for wanting more money and you’ll still have to keep your increase within your pay grade. Ask for an exact sum and be prepared for some negotiation. Of course, if you can’t get more cash then there are other benefits you could ask for, such as flexible working or more time off. But if that gets you nowhere and your boss won’t budge, maybe it’s time to quit and find a new job?

1. According to the article, who might get a bonus in a company?

A．The one doing the regular thing.	B．The one achieving a goal.
C．The one deserving a better life.	D．The one going to work occasionally.

2. What caused most public sector pay to be frozen in 2010?

A．The decline of global economy.	B．The rate of inflation.
C．The fixed pay rise.	D．The government policy.

3. What is the author’s suggestion for readers about asking for a pay rise?

A．Ask for money as much as possible.	B．Hide your ambition (雄心).
C．Talk to your friends.	D．Be ready for negotiation (协商).

4. What is the best title of the passage?

A．A Sensitive (敏感的) Issue	B．A Pay Rise Please!
C．Good Reasons for Money	D．Ask for Promotion

3 . Salary: 17,500 RMB-19,000 RMB After Tax + Housing Allowance+Health Insurance Provided

Where is the location?

Nanchang city—the capital city of Jiangxi Province.

It is a beautiful city with the Gan River, the mother river of local people, flowing through the whole city. It is honored as “a green pearl in the southern part of China” thanks to its clear water, fresh air and great inner city virescence (绿化).

It is also a famous historical and cultural city with a history of over 2,200 years. Long and splendid history provides the city with many cultural relics, amongst which the Pavilion of Prince Teng is the most famous.

Who is us?

A teaching institution with a content language integrated learning (CLIL) curriculum.

The students learn through creatively designed lessons in subjects such as art, music, world culture, global leadership, science, reading, virtual PE and logical thinking.

The company originated in Beijing and now has grown over 41 cities with around 500+ foreign teachers.

What is our offer?

Salary: 17,500 RMB-19,000 RMB after tax/month

Housing allowance: 2000 RMB

Relocation bonus (receive at the first month payment): 10,000 RMB

Ending contract bonus: 8,000 RMB

FREE FLIGHT TICKET TO CHINA

Health insurance provided.

Dental Insurance: 2000 RMB

What is your teaching experience at our school?

Student age: 3-12 mainly

Working schedule: 5 days/week

Working hour: 36 hours/week

Class size: 10-14 students/class

Teaching assistant

When do we need teachers to start working?

March 2020

What is our requirement?

Native English teachers.

Holding a Bachelor degree(本科) at least.

Having a great passion for education.

Loving working with kids.

If you are interested, please send your resume(简历) to this email: hrsamuel. asiajobs@gmail. com

We look forward to working with you!

1. Much is mentioned about Nanchang mainly to ____________.

A．get people to know more about the city	B．show Nanchang welcomes teachers
C．attract more students to study here	D．stress the good working environment

2. Who will be most probably employed?

A．A Russian who speaks excellent Chinese.

B．An Australian teacher who greatly enjoys teaching.

C．An American middle school graduate who loves teaching.

D．A Japanese who teaches kids aged 3-12 well in drawing.

3. The passage is probably taken out of ___________.

A．an English book	B．a travel magazine
C．a job-hunting website	D．a personal letter

4 . Community partners need you!

Swissvale Farmers Market

We’re looking for students to help us set up and take down our tent and spend the morning under the tent with us. Activities include some heavy lifting (optional), engaging with community members, picking up litter, handling small sales and lots of breaks!

Time: September 10, 2022   8:30 am – 1:15 pm

Food Pantry Distribution

The CHS Food Pantry needs volunteers to assist during preparation and distribution (分发) each week. This involves sorting food, stocking shelves, preparing the outdoor market, and assisting families. Customer service skills are important as volunteers may be assisting families directly. Understanding different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds is helpful.

If interested in volunteering, please contact Colin McWhertor (cmcwhertor@chscorp.org or 412-246-1639).

Time: September 1, 2022 – December 22, 2022 Wednesday: 1:30 pm – 6:00 pm Thursday: 1:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Garbage Olympics 2022

Join us for Garbage Olympics! A Pittsburgh wide competition between neighborhoods to see who can get the most litter and garbage off our beloved city streets! This year, we are competing against each other as well as the entire city! Teams A, B, and C will race to see who can get the most garbage collected!

We’ll have all the supplies ready, and will explain the rules to everyone before the event starts.

Time: September 17, 2022   8:00 am – 11:00 am

1. What do Swissvale Farmers Market project and Garbage Olympics 2022 have in common?

A．Both start from 8:00 am in the neighborhoods.

B．Both include setting up tents.

C．Both require volunteers to gather rubbish.

D．Both involve team competitions.

2. What is required of an applicant for the CHS Food Pantry?

A．Customer service skills.

B．A degree in social economics.

C．Work experiences at a food company.

D．A different cultural background.

3. Where are you most likely to read this article?

A．In a research report.	B．In a social magazine.
C．In a travel brochure.	D．At a volunteer matching website.

6 . Get up at 6 am, arrive at the hospital one hour earlier to help patients check in, and accompany patients during consultations… In recent years, “patient escorts” has emerged as a new industry, and those who have taken on this career are known as “people who sell time”, 26-year-old Zhang Tian is one of them.

September 4 was a lucky day for Zhang Tian. On this day, Zhang Tian saw a video about patient escorts on a short video platform. The daily routine of patient escorts shown in the video fascinated her and gradually inspired her to take this on as a business. She browsed through many platforms and read multiple information and found there indeed exists a certain demand for patient escorts, especially for the elderly, children, and pregnant women. Since she had never engaged in this kind of work before, she spent two days in major hospitals in Wuhan, in order to familiarize herself with all the departments on different floors, as well as the processes of medical consultation and preparation for surgery.

After preliminary preparatory (预备的) work, Zhang Tian posted a video of myself-introduction on major social platforms, talking about the help and services a patient escort provides, as well as some tips for a quick and convenient medical consultation. At first, she was a little worried that her video would go unnoticed. However, after she uploaded the video, it got over 100 likes and she received her first ever offer as a patient escort.

The memory of her first task is still alive and fresh in her mind. She received a phone call on September 9 from a man whose father was seriously ill and might need surgery. He wanted Zhang Tian to accompany his father through his consultation and treatment.” Zhang Tian made full preparations before meeting her first client and did a very good job despite her nervousness.

“Later, the family expressed their gratitude to me over and over again, which warmed my heart and gave me a sense of achievement.” Zhang Tian said.

1. What do patient escorts do?

A．They assist doctors in hospitals.

B．They arrive at hospitals early to check in.

C．They take on this career to sell their time.

D．They help patients get treated in hospitals.

2. September 4 was a lucky day for Zhang Tian because ______.

A．she enjoyed seeing an interesting video

B．she got inspiration for her own career

C．she found a demand for medical workers

D．she was well received on social platforms

3. How did Zhang Tian get her first client?

A．She got familiar with the routine work in hospitals.

B．She spent two days in major hospitals to meet patients.

C．Her video on social platforms attracted her first client.

D．The man’s father was seriously ill and might need a surgery.

4. Which of the following words best describe Zhang Tian?

A．Hardworking and considerate.	B．Humorous and careful.
C．Ambitious and imaginative.	D．Talkative and positive.

8 . Imagine finding a job where you can put together everything important to you. I’ve managed to have a career that does just that. My name is Ronald Green and I’m a fashion designer.

My training as a creative person began when I was a little boy. I was born and spent my early childhood in Lax Kw’alaams. It was from my mother that I inherited (经遗传获得) the love for and the connection to the history and traditions of my people. My earliest works are reflective of many traditional symbols and as I acquired new skills, I translated these into fashion designs.

I’ve always been interested in the use of images and natural items in the making of ceremonial clothing. At the University of Victoria, I studied many techniques traditional to my culture. I created work with images of my childhood, using shell buttons and Melton wool. I also experimented with other techniques that are modern and not usual to my traditional roots. Finally, I developed my own style for these images. I’m proud to say many of my works decorate galleries and holiday spots in my country.

I find inspiration in the natural world—a swimming whale, a singing bird etc. I also get new ideas from respectable artists who have created their own interpretation of their First Nations culture such as Bill Reid and Norval Morrisseau.

When I create my designs, the greatest inspiration comes from the person who commissions (委托) the piece. I want all the elements of the person who will wear my clothes to come together in the piece. Who is that person? What images can reflect his personality? All these forces come together to assist me in the design of the perfect piece.

1. How does the author develop his design style?

A．By learning from his mother.

B．By appreciating works in various galleries.

C．By creating ceremonial clothes.

D．By combining convention and modernness.

2. Why does the author mention Bill Reid and Norval Morrisseau?

A．To express his respect for them.

B．To introduce First Nations culture.

C．To show a way for him to get inspired.

D．To explain their understanding of art.

3. Which contributes most to the author’s having exciting new ideas?

A．His client.	B．His culture.
C．Natural objects.	D．Traditional symbols.

4. What is the text?

A．A self-judgement.	B．A public call.
C．A career review.	D．A self-statement.

10 . That you start out on one career doesn’t mean you’re stuck on it forever. People decide to change careers for many reasons. For example, your career goals have changed,     1     or you want a more flexible schedule. The bottom line: it’s never too late to make a change. So if you’re thinking about moving in a new direction, here are a few tips:

Think about why you want to leave. It’s important to pinpoint what makes your current job not satisfying. Maybe your problem is with your boss. Maybe your personal values have shifted to something dramatically different.

Assess your abilities. What skills do you have that would be valuable in other types of roles? If you’re stumped, try reading over the job description for your current position to see what types of skills you   use every day.     2     Plenty of companies value employees with those kinds of abilities. Chances are that you bring much more to the table than you realize.

Research potential new careers. And don’t limit yourself to online searches. The best way to find out what a job is really like is to talk to someone who has it. Reach out to your network of contacts and try to set up informational interviews with people who do the kind of work you’re interested in.     3    

Revise your resume(简历). If you’ve worked for many years in one industry but are trying to make the leap to another,     4     . You will probably want to write a functional resume which emphasizes your skills rather than a traditional chronological resume, which focuses on your work history. Include details about any projects you’ve done that demonstrate your qualifications.

    5     Hiring managers get suspicious when they see gaps on a resume so it’s good to stay put until you line up a new position.

A．your previous resume may fit it all

B．your resume will need some serious revisions

C．Can you think critically communicate effectively or work well on a team?

D．If possible, shadow someone at work so you can get a realistic view of what’s involved.

E．Don’t resign in a rush.

F．Never give up in midway.

G．you’ve discovered new interests