SkillsUSA Professional Development

Chelle Travis

Executive Director of SkillsUSA

Clay Mitchell

California State Executive Director of SkillsUSA

Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work

SkillsUSA motto

Integrity

We are consistent and authentic in word and action to each other, our members and the community we serve (SkillsUSA value)

Respect

It is foundational. Our self-awareness precedes our ability to connect with each other and our members while mutually while mutually valuing our unique experiences. (SkillsUSA value)

Community

We value and belong to a diverse _____. We strive to do our best to service through continuous reflection and growth. (SkillsUSA value)

Responsibility

We are accountable to the whole of our organization, from internal staff to our diverse group of stakeholders. Through listening, learning and acting, we engage in our shared commitment to realizing a collective vision. (SkillsUSA value)

Service

SkillsUSA acts through the service of staff and committed volunteers to empower its members and their communities to reach their highest potential. (SkillsUSA value)

SkillsUSA vision

Produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success

Shield

represents patriotism

Gear

represents the industrial society

Torch

represents knowledge

Orbital Circle

represents technology

Hand

represents the individual

Red and white

represents the states and chapters

Blue

represents the common union of the states and of the chapters

Gold

represents the individual

personal skills, workplace skills, technical skills grounded in academics

three components of the SkillsUSA framework

Integrity

Personal skill: doing the right thing in a reliable way, being honest and holding yourself accountable

Work ethic

Personal skill: being committed to punctuality, meeting deadlines and following established policies and procedures to get work done.

Professionalism

Personal skill: behaving in alignment with workplace standards to display a positive image.

Responsibility

Personal skill: taking ownership of one’s work performance, behavior, and actions.

Adaptability/Flexibility

Personal skill: embracing change and fostering creativity; being resilient.

Self-motivation

Personal skill: exhibiting a passion for life and career

Communication

Workplace skill: sending and receiving clear messages

Decision-making

Workplace skill: using information and processes to problem-solve and make choices

Teamwork

Workplace skill: working with others to achieve a common goal.

Multicultural Sensitivity and Awareness

Workplace skill: respecting all people and cultures by fostering appropriate and respectful workplace relationships and interacting.

Planning, Organization, and Management

Workplace skill: designing and implementing processes to complete projects and tasks at established standards of quality

Leadership

Workplace skill: influencing the hearts, minds and actions of others

Computer and Technology Literacy

Technical skill: using technology in effective, appropriate and innovative ways.

Job-specific skills

Technical skill: identifying, developing and implementing unique knowledge and skills required by a specific job

Safety and health

Technical skill: following workplace health, wellness, financial and safety guidelines

Service orientation

Technical skill: meeting the needs of internal and external customers in respectful and effective ways.

Professional development

Technical skills: engaging intentionally in learning experiences that contribute positively to career path progression.

SkillsUSA mission

To empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members

Program of Work (POW)

Road map for planning and implementing an annual calendar of chapter activities. Features 6 categories.

Advocacy and marketing (POW)

Promotes SkillsUSA chapter programs, career and technical education programs, public relations initiatives and experiences to help students build social responsibility. Participation makes a student able to : Identify characteristics of effective marketing, promote SkillsUSA, Advocate for themselves and their ideas

Community Engagement (POW)

Students will assess ___ needs, identify services, and employ skills to meet needs that develop long-lasting partnerships. Participation makes a student able to: Assess and analyze needs, Create a heart of service, Apply technical skills for the benefit of others

Financial Management (POW)

Helps students develop personal financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills through relevant work experience, project management and chapter fundraising. Participation makes a student able to: Work efficiently and effectively within a budget, Manage personal finances effectively, Manage resources efficiently.

Leadership Development (POW)

Students establish interpersonal relationships along with individual and team development through chapter operations, leadership competitions and individualized growth plans. Participation makes a student able to: Communicate vision, Inspire others to reach a common goal, Equip and empower team members, Develop interpersonal skills

Partner and Alumni Engagement (POW)

Encourages students to engage former members, parents, advisory committees, administrators, faculty and partners in SkillsUSA chapter and classroom activities. Participation makes a student able to: Appreciate the contributions of others, Build a personal and professional network, Recognize and value the expertise of others

Workplace experiences (POW)

Encourages participation in career exploration, planning and work-based learning opportunities, including the SkillsUSA championships. Participation makes a student able to: Gain relevant _____, Develop job-seeking skills, Understand workplace expectations