Careers That Matter in 2025: High-Paying and In-Demand
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Imagine it’s the year 2035. You are 10 years older. You have a job from the future. Introduce yourself as your ‘future self’
I’m Maria, I’m 33, and I work as a nurse practitioner. I love helping people, and I use AI tools every day to check patients faster
I’m Alex, I’m 35, and I work as a renewable energy engineer. My job is important because we fight climate change
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Let’s talk with your partner!
1. What kind of jobs will be needed in the future?
�2. What jobs do you think will be the best to have in 2025?
�3. Do you think AI will create more jobs or take them away?
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BEFORE reading. Think about:
Let’s read!
You’re going to read a recent report summary 'High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025 Revealed In New Study'
– What is one reason many workers are worried in 2025?
– What factors should be considered when choosing the top 15 jobs?
Make a list of 3-5 ideas.
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Let’s read!
You’re going to read a recent report summary 'High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025 Revealed In New Study'
– What is one reason many workers are worried in 2025?
– What factors should be considered when choosing the top 15 jobs?
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Open the link and compare
your ideas with ones from the post. How many matched? Were there any surprises?
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Let's explore new phrases
You will work in two groups, and each group will get different phrases. Your task is to discuss them together in your group — think of a simple way to explain each phrase and give an example or a short situation.
Then let's share your ideas with the other group so that everyone understands these new expressions.
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Teacher’s Resource – �Vocabulary Cards (Groups A & B)
Group A��workforce shortage - a lack of people available to do the jobs��bridge the gap between - connect two different ideas, skills or needs
Group B��in-demand - wanted or needed by employers��job relevance - how useful a job is in the current/future market
hands-on expertise - practical, real-world experience
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly __________ as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to __________ technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of __________ made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious __________ of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term __________ of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly in-demand as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to __________ technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of __________ made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious __________ of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term __________ of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly in-demand as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to bridge the gap between technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of __________ made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious __________ of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term __________ of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly in-demand as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to bridge the gap between technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of hands-on expertise made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious __________ of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term __________ of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly in-demand as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to bridge the gap between technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of hands-on expertise made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious workforce shortage of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term __________ of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Quick vocabulary check
Fill the blanks with one of the target phrases:
workforce shortage / in-demand / job relevance / hands-on expertise / bridge the gap between
1. Cybersecurity skills remain highly in-demand as data breaches increase. �
2. Educators need to bridge the gap between technology and learning.�
3. Although she had a great degree, her lack of hands-on expertise made it hard to compete with candidates who had already worked on real projects.
4. Many hospitals face a serious workforce shortage of nurses with ICU training.
5. When choosing a university course, it’s essential to think about the long-term job relevance of your future profession—not just your personal interest.
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�Truck driver / Practical nurse (post-secondary non-degree)
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�Truck driver / Practical nurse (post-secondary non-degree)
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�Truck driver / Practical nurse (post-secondary non-degree)
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�General & operations manager (320,800 openings/year)
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�Truck driver / Practical nurse (post-secondary non-degree)
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�General & operations manager (320,800 openings/year)
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
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Let’s do further reading!
Read through the full list of top 15 careers for 2025 and answer some questions based on the list
1. Which job has the highest salary?
Software developer ($130,160)
2. Which job has the lowest education requirement?�Truck driver / Practical nurse (post-secondary non-degree)
3. Which job has the most job openings per year?�General & operations manager (320,800 openings/year)
4. Which job shows the fastest growth rate?
Nurse practitioner (40% growth)
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Let’s read the final part!
Read the last paragraph of the article. Then rank the top 3 careers you would recommend to a teenager choosing their future.
– What skills would they need?
– What education path would you suggest?
– Which of these jobs will still be relevant in 2035?
– Do you think AI could replace any of them? Why or why not?
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Let’s summarise and discuss!
Answer the questions below:
1. Which job do you think is most important in 2025?
2. Which of the careers listed in the article seems most appealing to you, and why?
3. Do you think it’s possible to get a good education for this job in your country, or would you need to study abroad?
4. What job would you never want to do? Why?
5. Do you know anyone working in one of these jobs? What do they say about it?
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Choose a career and convince us that this is the BEST job in 2025. Use at least 2 new vocabulary words
Let’s talk a bit more!
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In conclusion, Geoffrey Scott says:
‘Businesses need people who can turn data into strategy.’
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In conclusion, Geoffrey Scott says:
‘Businesses need people who can turn data into strategy.’
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• Why is it important to “turn data into strategy” in today’s job market?
• Which professions from the article require this skill the most?��• Is this skill taught in schools or universities in your country? Should it be?
Dream big, start small, keep going!
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Extra ideas:
1. Create a visual poster or infographic (digital or on paper) with:
2. Write 5 original sentences using today’s expressions in context. Try to use them in sentences about your own country, your plans, or real-world examples.
3. Write a short blog post (100–150 words): “The Future of Jobs: What I Expect in 2030”. Add a picture or headline if you like!
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → _______________________________________
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → _______________________________________
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → _______________________________________
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → _______________________________________
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → _______________________________________
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → We need educators who can bridge the gap between AI and school learning.
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → _______________________________________
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → _______________________________________
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → _______________________________________
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → _______________________________________
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → We need educators who can bridge the gap between AI and school learning.
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → You should choose a university major with strong job relevance.
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → _______________________________________
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → _______________________________________
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → _______________________________________
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → We need educators who can bridge the gap between AI and school learning.
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → You should choose a university major with strong job relevance.
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → I chose IT because it’s a very in-demand profession.
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → _______________________________________
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → _______________________________________
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → We need educators who can bridge the gap between AI and school learning.
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → You should choose a university major with strong job relevance.
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → I chose IT because it’s a very in-demand profession.
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → Employers want people with hands-on expertise, not just theory.
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → _______________________________________
Additional vocabulary check
Rewrite each sentence using one of the target phrases above. Keep the meaning the same.
workforce shortage
in-demand
job relevance
hands-on expertise
bridge the gap between
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1. We need educators who can connect AI technology and school learning.� → We need educators who can bridge the gap between AI and school learning.
2. When choosing a university major, you should think about how useful it will be in future jobs.� → You should choose a university major with strong job relevance.
3. I chose IT because it’s a profession that’s really popular and needed now.� → I chose IT because it’s a very in-demand profession.
4. Employers want people with real practical experience, not just theory.� → Employers want people with hands-on expertise, not just theory.
5. There aren’t enough skilled nurses to work in small towns.� → There is a workforce shortage of skilled nurses in small towns.