WHO HAS A PART-TIME JOB?

 The topic "Who has a part-time job?" introduces learners to discussions about work, responsibilities, and daily routines. It helps students practice asking and answering questions about employment and builds vocabulary related to jobs and time management. This topic is practical and relatable, as many people work part-time while studying or managing other commitments.

Students will focus on using the present simple tense to describe routines and facts, forming questions with "who", and expanding their knowledge of work-related vocabulary. By the end of this lesson, learners will confidently discuss part-time jobs and their impact on life.

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GRAMMAR

Forming Questions with "Who"

• Usage: To ask about a person or people.
• Structure:
  • Who + verb + object/complement?
    • Who has a part-time job?
    • Who works at the supermarket?

Subject vs. Object Questions

1. Subject Question: The subject is unknown.
   • Who has a part-time job?
   • Who works at the café?
2. Object Question: The object is unknown.
   • Who does Sara work for?
   • Who does Alex help at work?

Examples

1. Who has a part-time job?
   • Lisa has a part-time job.
2. Who works on weekends?
   • Jake works on weekends.

Present Simple with Jobs

• Affirmative: I work at a library.
• Negative: I don’t work on weekends.
• Question: Does she work on weekdays?

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VOCABULARY

1. Part-Time Job: A job with fewer hours than full-time work. (Example: She has a part-time job at a café.)
2. Full-Time Job: A job requiring 35–40 hours per week. (Example: He works full-time as a teacher.)
3. Shift: A specific work period. (Example: Her shift starts at 5 p.m.)
4. Cashier: A person who handles payments. (Example: The cashier works at the grocery store.)
5. Employee: Someone who works for a company. (Example: She is an employee at the bookstore.)
6. Employer: A person or company that hires workers. (Example: His employer is very kind.)
7. Salary: Money earned for work. (Example: Her salary is enough for her expenses.)
8. Freelancer: Someone who works independently. (Example: He is a freelancer in graphic design.)
9. Colleague: A person you work with. (Example: My colleague helps me a lot.)
10. Workplace: The location where someone works. (Example: Their workplace is very modern.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Asking About Jobs:

  • Who has a job?
  • Does she work part-time or full-time?
  • Where does he work?

• Talking About Jobs:

  • I have a part-time job at a bookstore.
  • She works as a cashier at the mall.
  • He doesn’t have a job right now.

• Discussing Schedules:

  • I work three days a week.
  • Her shift is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Do you work on weekends?

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SENTENCES

Positive:

1. Lisa has a part-time job at a café.
2. Tom works on Saturdays.

Negative:

1. Lisa doesn’t work on weekdays.
2. Tom doesn’t have a part-time job.

Questions:

1. Who has a part-time job?
2. Does Lisa work on weekends?

Answers:

1. Lisa has a part-time job.
2. Yes, she does. / No, she doesn’t.

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CONVERSATION

Emma: Hi, do you know anyone who has a part-time job?
Alex: Yes, my friend Lisa works at a café.
Emma: Really? What does she do there?
Alex: She’s a cashier and sometimes helps in the kitchen.
Emma: Does she work every day?
Alex: No, she only works on weekends.
Emma: That’s great! I’d love a part-time job too.

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READING

"A Day in Lisa’s Life"

Lisa is a university student who also works part-time at a small café. She started her job six months ago to earn extra money for her studies. Lisa’s shift is on Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

At the café, Lisa works as a cashier, but she also cleans tables and helps prepare simple dishes. She enjoys her job because her colleagues are friendly, and the customers are polite. After her shift, Lisa likes to relax at home or study for her classes.

Although working part-time can be tiring, Lisa believes it teaches her valuable skills like time management and responsibility. She is saving some of her salary to travel during the summer holidays. Lisa feels proud of balancing work and university life, even if it’s challenging at times.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: Where does Lisa work?
   A: Lisa works at a small café.

2. Q: How long has Lisa had her part-time job?
   A: She has had her job for six months.

3. Q: What are Lisa’s working hours?
   A: Her shift is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

4. Q: What does Lisa do at the café?
   A: She works as a cashier, cleans tables, and helps prepare dishes.

5. Q: What is Lisa saving her salary for?
   A: She is saving her salary to travel during the summer holidays.