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Conversation Group

Job Readiness & English Practice at the Opportunity Center
2025-01-15 17:00:00 2025-01-15 18:00:00 America/Chicago Conversation Group Are you interested in practicing your English skills while learning about job readiness and practicing for interviews? This group is for you! Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom

Wednesday, January 15
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-15 17:00:00 2025-01-15 18:00:00 America/Chicago Conversation Group Are you interested in practicing your English skills while learning about job readiness and practicing for interviews? This group is for you! Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom

Ladd Library

Opportunity Center Classroom

Are you interested in practicing your English skills while learning about job readiness and practicing for interviews? This group is for you!

Whether you're an adult English language learner or a native English speaker interested in helping others, our Job Readiness & English Conversation Group offers a unique opportunity to practice English while focusing on essential skills for finding and applying for jobs.

Why Attend the Job Readiness Group?

  • Practice Speaking and Listening - Improve your English speaking and listening skills through discussions and activities related to job searching and employment. You’ll have the chance to practice both professional vocabulary and everyday language skills.
  • Learn Job Searching Skills - Gain experience in searching for reliable job opportunities online. Practice searching for reliable jobs, understanding job descriptions, and identifying positions that match your skills and interests.
  • Build and Polish Your Resume - Learn how to create a professional resume that demonstrates your skills and abilities to employers, even if all of your work experience is outside of the US!
  • Prepare for Job Interviews - Engage in practice interview sessions to prepare for answering common questions and building confidence for real-life interviews.
  • Cultural Exchange and Networking - Foster connections with others in the group from various backgrounds, share experiences, and exchange cultural insights. Build your network while improving your language skills while learning valuable skills for both personal and professional growth.

What to Expect - The group is led by a facilitator who will explore specific topics related to job readiness, including creating a resume, accurately completing online job applications, and skills for teaching how to have a successful interview, all while practicing English through engaging discussions and exercises. It is intended to be a relaxed and comfortable environment to practice and ask questions!

Whether you’re new to the community or just want to improve your English while preparing for employment, this group is the perfect place to enhance your skills and boost your confidence!

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Other | Job Skills Training |

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Ladd Library
Phone: 319.261.READ
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Closed for the holiday.
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Closed for the holiday.)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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The Ladd Library is located at 3750 Williams Blvd SW and is a 16,000 square foot facility. It features one community room with space for up to 50 people, which can be utilized for meetings and special events. The Ladd Library has a wonderful collection of materials, public computers, a children's library, and space to sit and read or tables to work or gather.

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