JA Trades™
This program is administered by JA of Greater St. Louis
JA Capstone
Pillars of Student Success
Career awareness: The program helps communicate the benefits of jobs in trades and demonstrates the variety of opportunities available to students. This is crucial as many young people may not be aware of or consider trade careers as viable options.
Hands-on experience: JA Trades provides students with hands-on experiences in various trade jobs, allowing them to explore these careers in a practical way. This experiential learning can be more impactful than traditional classroom instruction.
Addressing skills gap: By introducing students to trade careers early, JA Trades aims to help address the growing skills gap in many trade industries.
Outreach: The program is designed to reach students in rural, urban, and suburban areas, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to learn about trade careers, regardless of their background or initial interest.
Economic impact: Trade careers often offer good wages and job security. By exposing students to these opportunities, JA Trades can potentially help improve economic outcomes for participants.
STEM skills development: The program highlights STEM skills in trade careers, showcasing how these fundamental skills apply to practical, hands-on work.
Misconception correction: There are often misconceptions about trade careers. JA Trades helps dispel these myths by showing students that these jobs can be rewarding and well-paying.
Adaptability: The program is designed to be easily adapted for different age groups, from middle school students to young adults, making it a versatile tool for career education.
Program Resources
Volunteer Resources
- JA Trades Station-Specific Training
Click on the name of the station where you are working for a brief description of volunteer and student responsibilities. You will also receive a detailed volunteer manual to refer to throughout the day.
- JA Trades Visit Day Details
More specific information and scripts for each station to be used by the volunteer on the visit day to guide students.
JA Trades - JA of Greater St. Louis
Alignment with State and National Standards
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State Standards
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Scope and Sequence
Junior Achievement learning experiences cover financial literacy, career and work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Our extensive scope and sequence helps explain how our programs cover these subjects at various grade levels.
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Steps to Request a Presenter
1) Request Info
Once you've decided to have a JA volunteer in your classroom, fill out the form on this website. You will receive information on next steps.
2) Pick Schedule
You will be able to coordinate a schedule that works for your class either online or in conjunction with a JA representative.
3) Meet Presenter
Once a volunteer is identified for your class, JA will connect you with the presenter to discuss roles, expectations, and logistics.
4) Empower Students with Standards-Based Education
After all details are in place, the JA volunteer will deliver lessons to your students either virtually or in-person.
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