Career Conference

I was skeptical at first about attending the Career Conference. I have always been pretty set on teaching, and I didn't think that i would find anything very interesting there. I dragged my friend Alicia and we walked around once, looked at the posters, asked a few questions, but really didn't accomplish very much. There were represenatives from Target, The Gap, RiteAid Pharmacy, Madison Square Garden, NYPD, and many other companies. There was also a ton of free pens, candy and other handouts to entice the students. Then Alicia ran into her Rugby coach, and she told us about who she was representing. She was from an organization called ability deyond disability. The position she told us about was that of a Life Skills Instructor. Th job consists of helping disabled people become involved in their communities. They participate in work, recrations, leisure time, and volunteering opertunities. They create a safe and friendly environment, and make sure the days run smoothly. Some events include the Penguin Plunge or The chrysalis Gala. It's a demanding job, but definately a fulfilling opertunity. I think next time I visit I will be more prepared, with more questions, and a resume. I would have liked to have done a littl more preparation for the event, but it was still a helpful expiriance.