Registration Open for “Employee 101” Teen Classes

Sonoma Valley Teen Services (SVTS) is now taking registrations for  “Employee 101,” classes designed to help young people become effective employees.

SVTS hopes that parents and guardians will encourage teens and young adults, ages 13-24, to take advantage of this valuable training. The classes have been developed by, and will be taught by, professionals from various industries. Space is limited; early registration is advised.

 Set for Saturday, November 12 from 10:30 – noon, the first session covers use of time, customer service, work attire, conflict resolution, workplace ethics, paychecks and bank accounts, and other practical topics. This class is required for all participants in SVTS Skills for Life projects, but others are invited to take part. The class is offered at the No Name Café on the Sonoma Valley High School campus. Cost is $10; scholarships available.

The Saturday November 19^th class, also from 10:30 – noon at the No Name Café, is devoted to the development of effective resumes and to preparation for productive job interviews. Cost is $10; scholarships are available.

“Food Handling Safety Certification” is currently being offered at the Valley of the Moon Teen Center; the next session is set for Wednesday, October 19^th, from 4 – 7 pm. The class prepares students for the official California exam mandated for many food industry jobs and includes the exam itself. Cost is $20; scholarships are available.

Those interested in registering for any of the classes should send an email to Classes@svteens.org. Or call Cristin Lawrence at 812-3960.