Job seekers explore areas of employment in manufacturing and warehousing (assembly, packaging, order picking).
Job seekers work with staff addressing student preferences, interests, needs, and strengths (PINS) when planning training and job development experiences.
Job seekers learn and practice social thinking strategies to assist in managing expected and unexpected situations at work.
Job seekers attend weekly employability classes that focus on work behaviors (ex. professional behavior, time management, initiative, responding to constructive feedback, communication) and how to apply these skills in a variety of work environments.
Job seekers practice pedestrian travel training and are assessed on safety and independence in the community.
Job seekers learn about public transportation, practice traveling on public transportation and apply, if desired, for travel passes.
Job seekers create resumes (traditional and digital) for job seeking.
Job seekers learn self advocacy skills across various environments, such as leading their IEP/Transition meetings, job interviewing skills, and incorporating technology in the workplace for independence.
Job seekers and families are linked to adult service agencies along with school district collaboration to assist with transition planning.