- Complete work in a timely manner
- Work with various supervisors at different locations
- Wear appropriate uniform as assigned by a supervisor
- Follow appropriate workplace hygiene expectations
- Collaborate with co-workers to complete assigned tasks
- Remain open to exploring and practicing new things
- Remain professional in various work environments
- Use self-advocacy skills in uncomfortable situations
- Follow step by step directions/instructions
CareerX
Transition to Work - CareerX
In CareerX, you will blend academic skills with pre employment exploration. You will build a range of transferable skills through work-based learning on a campus or at local businesses. As a special education student, you will develop necessary skills building towards independence. To be in this program, you must be finishing school with only one remaining math and English credit or a deferred graduate and enrolled in a public school.
Next Ready Skills
At Great Oaks, you’ll do more than learn a trade; you’ll master NextReady skills like clear communication and problem-solving that help you get hired. You will get a head start on building a professional reputation for being dependable, adaptable, and technically skilled before you even graduate
Effective Communicators
Critical Thinkers
Adaptable Navigators
Accountable Employees
Skilled Professionals
Bottom Line: If you like working with others, prefer routine work, can follow directions with feedback, and are willing to learn job expectations and appropriate workplace behaviors then a Transition Program may be right for you.