Lesson 18: Career Data (Job Advertisement)

💼 Career Lab
Scanning
Lesson Goal: Learn how to find important information quickly when looking for a job.

How to Read a Job Ad

When you are searching for a job, you will look at dozens of advertisements. You don't have time to read every single word! Instead, you must use a skill called scanning to find the most important details.

Employers use bold headings to organize their job posts. The first thing you should scan for is the Location (is it near you, or is it remote?) and the Salary. If the job pays too little or is too far away, you don't need to read the rest!

If the basics look good, your eyes should jump to the Qualifications section. This is usually a bulleted list. Scan it quickly to see if you have the right degree or experience. Finally, always check the Deadline so you don't apply too late.

Job Searching 🔍

ការស្វែងរកការងារ
Vacancy /ˈveɪ.kən.si/ ដំណឹងជ្រើសរើសបុគ្គលិក
Salary /ˈsæl.ɚ.i/ ប្រាក់ខែ

Requirements 🎓

លក្ខខណ្ឌតម្រូវ
Qualifications /ˌkwɑː.lɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz/ គុណវុឌ្ឍិ / សមត្ថភាព
Deadline /ˈded.laɪn/ កាលបរិច្ឆេទផុតកំណត់

Schedule ⌚

ពេលវេលាធ្វើការ
Full-time /ˌfʊl ˈtaɪm/ ពេញម៉ោង
Shift /ʃɪft/ វេនធ្វើការ

Do not read every word! Scan the job ads below to find the correct answers.

Junior Web Developer

Nexus Digital Agency
💻 Remote 💰 $40k - $50k / yr
Description
We are seeking a creative coder to collaborate with our design team. You will build responsive websites for international clients.
Requirements
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, & JS.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines.
  • Fluent English (Written).
1. Where is this job located?
2. Which language skill is explicitly required?

Hotel Receptionist

Royal Angkor Hotel
🏨 On-Site (Siem Reap) 💰 Negotiable
Shift Details
We are looking for a friendly receptionist for the Night Shift (10 PM - 6 AM).
Benefits
  • Uniform provided.
  • Free meal per shift.
  • Annual performance bonus.
3. What are the working hours?
4. Does the hotel provide food?

ESL Teacher

Phnom Penh International
🏫 Part-Time 💰 $12 - $15 / hour
Overview
Teach English to young learners (Ages 5-10). Must be energetic and patient.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • TEFL/TESOL certificate.
  • 1 year of teaching experience.
5. What is the pay rate?
6. Who will you teach in this job?

Real World Tasks

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