Jobs and Income

Jobs and Income

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Here's how Jobs and Income aligns with curriculum standards in Pennsylvania. Use the filters to change the location, set of standards, and grade level.

Standards
Defined by Academic Standards for Personal Finance 6th-8th Grades and align with Jobs and Income
17.2.6-8.A: Compare compensation methods, including hourly wage, salary, commission, tips, and piecework.
17.2.6-8.C: Analyze connections between the amount individuals might earn in various careers and the education or training that is required.
17.2.6-8.E: Explain factors that may impact a person's future income and employment status, including changes in technology, demand for workers, and the cost of post-secondary education.
17.2.6-8.G: Compare various forms of self-employment.