CCSF Library: English as a Second Language (ESL): Class Resources

Speaking and Listening (ESLF 5785, Fontanella)

The Job Interview (video)
In this video, a part-time college student, Karen, takes jobs “just to pay the bills,” a practice that has given her a zigzag resume that leaves would-be employers wondering if she can commit. In this dramatization, career adviser Avril puts job hopper Karen on the spot with a tough-love approach to interviewing designed to shake Karen out of her complacency and help her land a dream job

The Elements of Resume Style by Scott Bennett
ISBN: 9780814433935
Publication Date: 2014-09-03
Competition for hot jobs is fierce, and the first step to getting noticed amongst the crowd is your résumé. This book's time-tested tools will make you stand out-and help get you the job you deserve!
Finding a Job; Dream Jobs by M. G. Higgins; P. J. Gray
Call Number: HF5382.7 .H5344 2017
ISBN: 9781680214093
Publication Date: 2017-03-23
This book is actually two books in one, with a nonfiction side and a fiction side. The nonfiction side teaches students about job skills
Presenting Yourself by Christie Marlowe; Andrew Morkes
Call Number: HF5549.5.I6 M3164 2020
ISBN: 9781422243282
Publication Date: 2019-01-01
Presenting Yourself will help you to develop the skills necessary to land and succeed in a career. It covers everything from developing key soft skills, to crafting job-winning cover letters and résumés, to acing the interview and your first day on the job.
Creating Your First Resume by TROUTMAN; KATHERYN
Call Number: HF5383 .T76 2016
ISBN: 9780986142109
Publication Date: 2015-08-05
This book includes effective material for training in technical programs and high school career classes. It contains fully updated information with recent resume examples and is presented in clear, plain language with directions and suggestions for creating the best resume possible for the job seekers experience.
Job success. by Gail Terp
Call Number: HF5381 .J63 2013
Publication Date: 2013
ob Success equips adult learners with the skills and knowledge to help them effectively transition from school to work. The readings and activities cover topics such as taxes and paychecks, workplace policies, conflict resolution, customer service, performance reviews, and leadership and teamwork.