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Workforce News & Resources |
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brought to you by the Shoals Chamber & the ShoalsWORKS! Council  |
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Career Connect |
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EMPLOYERS Register your jobs at HERE and they will be listed in the North Alabama Career Connects system.  JOB SEEKERS Take a few minutes and answer a few questions to create your digital resume, then find a job in the region to move your CAREER forward! Career Connect is there to help every step of the way. |
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Middle & High School Robotics Competition |
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Game Day November 4, 2023 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Northwest Shoals Community College  Open & Free to the Public  Register to Volunteer for the BEST Robotics Competition  You do NOT have to be a robotics expert to volunteer.  Opportunities include: Game Clock Operator Compliance Photographer Event Ph0tographer Field Assembly/Maintenance Referee Judge (including: Marketing Presentations, Trade Show Booths, T-shirts, Websites, Robotics, Mechanics, Engineering Design Notebooks, Spirit & Sportsmanship & more) Staging Boss Hospitality and more  Questions? Contact Kim Sheppard, kim.sheppard@nwscc.edu, (256) 331-5331. |
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Free Chamber Member Job Board |
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Attention Employers!  Remember to use your free Job Board benefit to post your job openings.  Contact the Chamber if you need assistance. 256-764-4661, snewland@shoalschamber.com  |
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This toolkit is designed as a guide for employers interested in developing a new high school internship program or improving an existing one. |
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See how YouScience connects you with YOURÂ FUTUREÂ WORKFORCE. Â YouScience is currently being used in Florence, Muscle Shoals and Tuscumbia school systems. |
Is there STEM talent hiding in a school near you?In some fields, such as science and engineering, women are an underrepresented part of the talent pool. For example, a recent NSF study found that among people ages 18 to 74 years, women made up half (51%) of the total U.S. population and about a third (35%) of people employed in STEM occupations. This is not a question of aptitude, but rather of exposure and interest. According to an analysis of YouScience’s aptitude assessments, women have approximately the same aptitude for these roles as do men; it’s their lack of reported interest in those occupations that results in a shortfall. For example, women have:
There are many reasons for the disparity, but talent isn’t one of them. If you’re in a male-dominated field and you’re facing a talent shortage, reaching out to nontraditional audiences such as women can make a remarkable difference in your results. The key is to reach them early, as they’re still learning about their options and deciding where to go. Â EMPLOYERSBuild your early talent pipeline with YouScience!Sign up below for your free Employer Spotlight Page, the first step in building awareness and engagement among the nearly one million young people using YouScience to discover their aptitudes and connect to high-demand careers like yours. |
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Searchable by State, Region and Metro Area
 Alabama Interactive Occupational Employment and Wage Survey Estimates are adjusted to reflect the most recent available quarter's Employment Cost Index (ECI)  Interactive Reports - searchable by Area, Sector, Occupation, Wage Level, etc. (Alphabetical Occupations, Occupational Group Detail, Occupations by Industry & Bubble Chart)  Printable Reports (PDF), Searchable by Area: |
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Customized Workforce Training ~ at No Cost ~ |
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For more information contact Andrew Robbins at andrew.robbins@nwscc.edu, 256-331-5218. |
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RECRUITMENT Events & Information at UNA Fall 2023 |
For more information contact:   Rickey McCreless   Assistant Director External Connections & Student Success   256.765.4277 |
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Find Your Next Employees through |
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The Career Center at Northwest-Shoals Community College understands the value of transforming high-quality education into gainful employment. Our services prepare students to make informed decisions about their strengths and values as they discover future paths for success.  For more information contact;    Amanda Peters    Career Center Coordinator    256-331-8062    amanda.terry@nwscc.edu |
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Attention Employers! RECRUITINGÂ OPPORTUNITIES at COLLEGESÂ Â Around the State & Region |
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CONNECT DIRECTLY to over 40 Colleges' & Universities' Career Center & Employer Services pages HERE.  Recruit from colleges in The Shoals, the State & the Region for your next full- or part-time employees, interns, co-ops or apprentices.  Each College listed is linked to its |
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If you have Job Opportunities for Lexington High School Students, please post them HERE.  Questions? Jared Hines, H. S. Counselor, jared.hines@lcschools.org, (256) 229-6622. |
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To find ATN's most recent newsletters, Network News, chocked full of Training and Networking resources ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~  ATN provides many FREE monthly Environmental Health & Safety Webinars for more information. |
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ShoalsWORKS! Council |
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JOIN  THE  DISCUSSION!  The Shoals Works Council, convened by The Shoals Chamber, works to guide policy and curriculum to ensure skills held by the local workforce match the needs of employers.  Participation is open to business leaders, educators, training providers and community organizations interested in workforce-related issues.  Those interested in participating in the council may email snewland@shoalschamber.com. |
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Russellville Middle School NEW Robotics Competitions SPONSORSÂ NEEDED |
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Contact Lee Brownell for more information: lee.brownell@rcs.k12.al.us, 256-331-2120. |
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Network each month with other HR Professionals  Shoals SHRM 2nd Thursday of each Month 11:30 - 1:00 First Metro Bank Pine Street, Florence, AL  Lunch: $10 Members; $15 Non-Members  RSVP to shoals.shrm@gmail.com  Meetings & Events page: |
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Chamber Member Job Board |
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Current Job Listings |
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For more information, contact:    Alabama Career Center (Sheffield)    Sheffield@alcc.alabama.gov    (256) 383‑5610    500 South Montgomery Ave., Suite 102, Sheffield |
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CONGRATULATIONS!Shoals Teacher of the MonthThe September Teacher of the Month awards go to ...  Middle / High School Award SARAH THOMAS English Teacher & Color Guard Sponsor at Deshler High School "Mrs. Thomas changed my high school experience. Never in a million years would I have thought I’d enjoy high school, but she changed my life. Not only is she one of my best friends out of school, she was the only thing I’d look forward to. Mrs. Thomas deserves this award. Not only for being an amazing, creative, and truly talented teacher - but for being a light in the dark for people in her classroom." "She is one of the most hard working, dedicated people I know. She's always there for every student and is a great listener. She teaches us much more then English in her class, she teaches life skills, she teaches to be kind to others and to work hard for what you want. She does this by showing us people who have been forgotten, but not forgotten to her."  Elementary Award JESSIE UNDERWOOD 4th Grade Teacher at L. E. Willson Elementary School "We are beyond excited to be in Mrs. Underwood's class this year. She was such a good influence to my grandson last year. Every week Mrs. Underwood met with students to have Bible study before school. Her character and passion for teaching has made many students enjoy coming to school. We love her kind heart and enthusiasm for the classroom. My grandson is so excited to start this school year with Mrs. Underwood!" "When I asked my daughter what she's going to miss most about Mrs. Underwood she says she is going to miss getting a hug every morning and being told "I love you and make me proud" even if we are just lining up for the bathroom.  I love Ms. Underwood and I am forever thankful for the impact she has made in my daughters life." "Having my son in Mrs. Underwood’s class this year has been like having a personal cheerleader every single day. She doesn’t just call me if my son gets in trouble. She calls me to celebrate the good days and academic growth. I’m thankful my son was able to have her this year and we’re going to miss her next year!" "I know my son has had the best year, but I have too. Ms. Underwood has made this the best year."  |
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Get to Know Our Career Technical Educators |
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Florence High School Career Tech and 12 For Life Counselor  "I have had the privilege of being the Career Tech and 12 For Life counselor for Florence High School for three years now. ... I absolutely love my job at Florence High School."  Holley's previous experience was in social work and mental health. She works closely with 12 For Life students, seeing them grow each year as they develop skills and learn how to manage their emotions, money, and time. She's passionate about providing as many opportunities for Florence High School's students to grow and develop to their greatest potential.  12 For Life celebrated National Manufacturing Day on October 6th by hosting a manufacturing expo at Florence High School exposing over 500 students to different manufacturing careers in North Alabama.  Upcoming Events:
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Holley Robbins Career Tech & 12 for Life Counselor Florence City Schools 256-768-2200 htrobbins@florencek12.org  Click below to check out the Florence City Schools' Career Technical Education website for more information on the career tech programs offered. |
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Connect with Your Future Workforce through Career Tech Educators |
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Colbert County Schools
Florence City Schools
Lauderdale County Schools
Muscle Shoals City Schools
Sheffield City Schools
Tuscumbia City Schools
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Chamber Partner Program |
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DONATTIONS  ARE  ALWAYS  NEEDED  &  APPRECIATED!  All donations are tax-deductible, made to the Shoals Area Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit.  Cash for new supplies, gently used school & office supplies, equipment, furniture, etc. are  needed to assist our educators in the classroom.  For more information, contact: Mary Beshears, (256) 710-1436, jbeshears@yahoo.com |
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NEWSÂ &Â RESOURCES |
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Top 10 BestScholarship Search Platforms |
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It's not too early to begin the search for college scholarships! |
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Even if you have a good summer job, you likely won’t make enough to pay for college. You also might not have the money you need to cover your living expenses, textbooks and a dorm room.  That is why you need to look for scholarships that will cover some or all of those costs.  Scholarship programs often include funds that go unclaimed each year and offer money that you do not need to repay. As you start your career, you don’t want to worry about loans and how you will pay them when you have other bills to worry about.  Using college scholarship search platforms is the easiest way to find programs that you qualify for and learn how to get that money. We ranked the 10 best scholarship search platforms that you can use while planning for the future. [Click below to get the list.] |
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Don't miss all the great events, activities & workshops at the Library! Keep the whole family busy & learning! Â See the Upcoming Events at the top left on the Home Page. Find them on Facebook here. |
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Whether you or your kids are into workforce education, farming, food safety, financial education, gardening, 4-H Club, raising chickens, keeping bees, learning archery, or so much more, the Lauderdale County Cooperative Extension office has a program for you!  Check out their Calendar of Events for the myriad of events and workshops that might be of interest.  Keep a check on their Facebook page as well. |
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A Better Path Connecting Education to the Real World |
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YouScience® Brightpath is the only aptitude-based guidance platform that leverages data and technology to help individuals identify their aptitudes, validate their skills, and get matched with educational and career pathways.  Brightpath brings all of your career, technical education (CTE) and pathway development applications together in a comprehensive platform designed to make your work easier and more fulfilling. |
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The new statewide AlabamaWorks website is now live, with resources for Employers, Job Seekers & Students.  Check it out! |
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Thank you to our ShoalsWORKS! Workforce Champion Sponsors! |
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