I WORK A PART-TIME

 This lesson focuses on talking about part-time jobs. Learners will understand how to describe part-time work, its advantages, and its responsibilities. The lesson introduces essential vocabulary related to jobs and schedules, as well as grammar for discussing routines and working hours. It also includes practical expressions and examples for real-life communication.

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GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple for Routine Actions

The present simple is used to talk about regular or habitual actions.

• Structure:

  • Subject + base verb (add “s” for he/she/it)

• Examples:

  • I work part-time at a bookstore.
  • She studies in the morning and works in the afternoon.
  • They don’t work on weekends.

2. Frequency Adverbs

Adverbs like always, usually, sometimes, never indicate how often something happens.

• Examples:
  • I usually work three days a week.
  • He never works on holidays.

3. Prepositions of Time

Use prepositions like in, on, at to specify when actions happen.

• Examples:
  • I work in the evening.
  • She works on Saturdays.
  • They finish their shifts at 8 p.m.

4. Questions with “Do” and “Does”

To ask about routines or habits, use do/does.

• Examples:
  • Do you work part-time?
  • Does he like his part-time job?

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VOCABULARY

1. Part-time: Working less than full-time hours.
   Example: She works part-time while studying.

2. Shift: A period of scheduled work hours.
   Example: My shift starts at 5 p.m.

3. Salary: Money earned from working.
   Example: Part-time jobs often have a lower salary.

4. Flexible: Able to change or adapt.
   Example: This job has flexible working hours.

5. Weekend: Saturday and Sunday.
   Example: I only work on weekends.

6. Colleague: A person you work with.
   Example: My colleagues are very friendly.

7. Manager: A person in charge at work.
   Example: The manager gave me my schedule.

8. Customer: A person who buys something.
   Example: We help customers find what they need.

9. Task: A specific job or duty.
   Example: My main task is to organize products.

10. Schedule: A plan of when things will happen.
    Example: I have a flexible work schedule.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• I work part-time at a restaurant.
• My shift is in the evening.
• I usually work four days a week.
• She works part-time and studies full-time.
• Do you have a flexible schedule?
• How many hours do you work per week?
• What tasks do you do at your job?
• I like my job because it’s not stressful.
• Part-time jobs are great for students.
• I have a meeting with my manager tomorrow.

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SENTENCES

Positive

1. I work part-time at a clothing store.
2. She has a part-time job at the library.
3. They work part-time in the evenings.

Negative

1. I don’t work on weekdays.
2. She doesn’t like her part-time job.
3. They don’t work more than 20 hours a week.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: Do you work part-time?
   A: Yes, I work at a coffee shop.
2. Q: How many hours do you work?
   A: I work about 15 hours a week.
3. Q: Does he work on weekends?
   A: No, he doesn’t.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Two friends talk about part-time work.

Emma: Hi, John! Do you work part-time?
John: Yes, I do. I work at a bakery.
Emma: How many hours do you work?
John: I work 20 hours a week. My shifts are in the morning.
Emma: That’s great! Do you like your job?
John: Yes, I like it. The customers are nice, and my schedule is flexible.
Emma: That sounds perfect for you.

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READING

A Part-Time Job Experience

Maria is a university student. She works part-time at a coffee shop to earn some extra money. She usually works three days a week, including weekends. Her shift starts at 6 a.m., so she wakes up early to get ready.

At the coffee shop, Maria’s tasks include taking orders, making drinks, and helping customers. She likes her job because it allows her to meet new people and learn new skills. Her manager is friendly and always helps her when she has questions.

Maria also enjoys the flexibility of her schedule. She can study during her free time and work when she doesn’t have classes. Although the job can be tiring, Maria is happy because she is gaining work experience while studying.

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Questions

1. What is Maria’s job?
   Answer: She works part-time at a coffee shop.

2. How often does Maria work?
   Answer: She works three days a week.

3. What tasks does Maria do at her job?
   Answer: She takes orders, makes drinks, and helps customers.

4. Why does Maria like her job?
   Answer: She likes it because she meets new people and learns new skills.

5. What is one challenge Maria faces?
   Answer: The job can be tiring.