Lesson 25: Employment Agencies
About This Lesson: Employment agencies act as intermediaries connecting jobseekers with employers by matching qualified candidates to available positions. Jobseekers apply through the agency—often at no cost—and are guided through the hiring process, which may include resume help, screening, and interview preparation. If selected, they typically become employees of the agency and are placed with client companies, either temporarily or permanently, while the employer pays the agency a fee for its services. Agencies support employers by handling recruitment tasks such as screening, interviews, and HR services, ensuring the right fit for each role. Overall, they streamline hiring for companies while giving jobseekers access to multiple opportunities through a single application.
Lesson Plan & Other Important Documents
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Do Now: “Think about how people find jobs today. List at least three ways someone can find a job and explain which method you think is most effective and why.” Students share responses with a partner, followed by a brief class discussion.
Part 1
Directions: Watch the video and then take the quiz. You can preview the questions below and take the quiz on Schoology.
Outline with Timestamps: How Employment Agencies WorkI. Introduction (0:00–0:10)
II. Beginning the Process (0:10–0:24)
III. Services for Jobseekers (0:24–0:52)
IV. Services for Employers (0:52–1:08)
V. Placement Process (1:15–1:23)
VI. Jobseeker Support & Guidance (1:23–1:34)
VII. Importance of Proper Matching (1:34–1:42)
VIII. Agency Mission & Placement Success (1:45–1:59)
IX. Types of Employment (2:00–2:13)
X. Flexibility & Additional Opportunities (2:16–2:30)
XI. Conclusion (2:33–2:49)
- Introduction to topic
- Process is simple
- Jobseeker vs. employer needs
- Agency acts as the bridge
II. Beginning the Process (0:10–0:24)
- How agencies connect both sides
- Jobseeker applies through agency
- Recruitment methods: Ads, job boards, word-of-mouth, Social Media
III. Services for Jobseekers (0:24–0:52)
- Role of agency for jobseekers
- Matching candidates to jobs
- Application process → agency employment
- Placement with employer (agency charges fee)
- Free service for jobseekers
- Warning about agencies charging fees
IV. Services for Employers (0:52–1:08)
- Employers are agency clients
- Agencies find qualified candidates
- Revenue through employer fees
- Services provided: Interviews, screening, HR, worker’s comp
V. Placement Process (1:15–1:23)
- Immediate job placement
- Resume submission and interview process
VI. Jobseeker Support & Guidance (1:23–1:34)
- Guidance based on situation
- Resume help, interview tips, advice
- Agency benefits when jobseeker succeeds
VII. Importance of Proper Matching (1:34–1:42)
- Only send qualified candidates
- Risks to client relationship
- Negative impact on jobseeker
VIII. Agency Mission & Placement Success (1:45–1:59)
- Mission: right person, right job
- Focus on job fit
- Quick placement after hiring
IX. Types of Employment (2:00–2:13)
- Employment duration varies
- Temporary vs. long-term jobs
- Trial/90-day periods
- Direct hire options
X. Flexibility & Additional Opportunities (2:16–2:30)
- Alternative job options if not selected
- Multiple job opportunities through one application
XI. Conclusion (2:33–2:49)
- Summary of process
- Emphasis on simplicity
- Closing remarks
Part 2
Directions (Continued): After you take quiz A, take the second quiz on Schoology (Quiz B). Please note that I do not want you to attach a worksheet. Just take the quiz.
Higher Level Question
Explain how an employment agency serves both jobseekers and employers. In your answer, describe the process from application to job placement and include at least two services provided to each group.