Employment laws, safety protocols, and legal protections against workplace harassment and discrimination. Connects regulatory requirements to practical understandings of pay stubs, insurance benefits, and employee advocacy.
How do you know if prevention is working? Students learn to design climate surveys and interpret data to assess the prevalence of unreported harassment and the general level of psychological safety in an organization.
This lesson examines the concept of 'tone at the top.' Students analyze case studies of organizations that successfully transformed toxic cultures through leadership transparency and accountability mechanisms.
In this culminating lesson, students act as compliance officers auditing a fictional company's hiring and management practices. They review employee handbooks and interview transcripts to identify violations of federal anti-discrimination laws. The final output is a written report recommending changes to bring the company into compliance.
Analyzing why traditional sexual harassment training often fails, this lesson explores interactive and behavioral-based training models. Students design a training module that focuses on civility and respect rather than just liability avoidance.
Focusing specifically on the ADA, students examine the concept of 'reasonable accommodation' versus 'undue hardship.' They work in small groups to review requests for accommodations in a fictional workplace and determine if the requests must be granted under the law.
Critique standard zero-tolerance policies and explore nuanced approaches that encourage reporting and cultural health through effective policy design.
Students learn the legal distinction between intentional discrimination (disparate treatment) and neutral policies that have negative effects on protected groups (disparate impact). Using real-world case summaries, students analyze company policies to identify potential unintended liabilities.
Concludes with the technical skills needed to draft a defensible investigation report and recommend appropriate remediation.
Teaches students how to weigh conflicting testimony and apply the preponderance of evidence standard to make formal findings of fact.
Develops skills for interviewing the accused and witnesses, focusing on non-leading questions and managing high-conflict interactions.
Covers strategic planning for an investigation, identifying witnesses, and managing digital and physical evidence.
Focuses on the immediate response to a complaint, including conducting the intake interview and determining if interim measures like administrative leave are necessary.
Explore the psychological barriers to intervening in workplace harassment and master the 4 Ds of bystander intervention through simulation and analysis.
This lesson provides a deep dive into Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), focusing on the historical evolution of workplace rights.
In this final project-based lesson, students synthesize their knowledge to create a comprehensive Workplace Rights Resource Guide for teen workers.
Students investigate the process of filing a formal charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) when internal reporting fails to resolve an issue.
Students study whistleblower protection laws and analyze real-world case studies to understand what constitutes illegal retaliation in the workplace.
Moving from reactive to proactive, students design workplace norms and pledges that foster a culture of mutual support and accountability.
This lesson explores the standard chain of command for reporting workplace issues and the role of Human Resources in both large corporations and small businesses.
In this culminating lesson, students apply their knowledge to a complex, multi-faceted case study involving potential discrimination. They must draft a mock administrative response citing specific laws and protected classes.
A focused 30-minute lesson for a 7th-grade student to understand personal boundaries, the absolute meaning of 'no,' and the social and disciplinary consequences of invading privacy.
A 3-hour foundational session covering personal strengths, professional behavior, and basic application skills. Includes hands-on activities tailored for individual instruction and accessible learning.
A comprehensive guide for Arlington High School students to navigate the local summer job market, covering specific local employers, application strategies, and interview techniques.
A comprehensive guide for students at Arlington High School to understand the Massachusetts work permit process, including eligibility, documentation, and labor laws.
A comprehensive interview preparation package for a High School After-School Site Coordinator role, focusing on leadership, operations, and student recruitment strategies.
A lesson focused on building confidence and managing nervousness for self-advocacy and public speaking through seven practical steps.
A comprehensive lesson designed for high school and college students to understand the legal protections for anxiety under the ADA and develop practical self-advocacy skills for academic accommodations.
A fast-paced, 30-minute counseling session focused on navigating the intersection of workplace expectations, social interactions, and emotional regulation for 9th-grade students.
A comprehensive look at the essential 'side jobs' that keep a dining room running smoothly, focusing on sanitation, organization, and preparation.
A 15-minute accountability lesson designed for teenagers and young adults. Explores the 'Ripple Effect' of choices through high-stakes scenarios like digital ethics, workplace reliability, and academic integrity.
This lesson introduces 14-year-olds to the NYC Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), focusing on how self-awareness and social awareness help teens find the right fit and succeed in their first professional experience.
A comprehensive lesson designed for social workers and clinical staff to master advocacy frameworks, systemic communication strategies, and practical implementation through scenario-based analysis.
A comprehensive suite of independent worksheets designed for ELL students to master job search vocabulary, resume components, and workplace document literacy. This lesson covers essential skills for transitioning into the workforce with confidence.
A comprehensive set of materials to visualize and implement the Quarter 1 bulletin board themed 'Getting Grounded at TRC'. Includes a layout blueprint and individual printable components for the board's four main focus areas.
This lesson focuses on the transition of self-advocacy from childhood to adulthood, specifically highlighting how adults with disabilities can advocate for themselves at home, at work, and in the community. It emphasizes that advocacy skills are built at home and provides practical strategies for communicating with parents as an adult.
A 45-minute vocational shop lesson focused on co-creating a 'Code of Reliability' to ensure safety, accountability, and professional ethics in a collaborative workspace.
A 45-minute vocational lesson where students learn to apply a collaborative problem-solving model to workplace shop scenarios, focusing on safety, efficiency, and team communication.
A 45-minute lesson for vocational students on using collaborative strategies to solve shop floor problems while prioritizing safety and efficiency.
A comprehensive 2-hour lesson covering the essential stages of vocational planning, from self-discovery to workplace rights. Includes a slide deck, teacher's guide, student worksheets, and a guided project outline.
A 10th-grade lesson focused on the critical link between precise communication and shop safety. Students practice giving and receiving multi-step instructions through a collaborative simulation.
A comprehensive 120-minute training session for adult males with disabilities, focusing on job application skills, the importance of reliability, and professional behavior in retail, hospitality, and food service. The lesson emphasizes moving beyond 'just saying yes' to genuine commitment and focus.
An analytical look at how automation, AI, and global economic shifts impact the longevity and growth of various career paths.
The final lesson integrates all FAST skills into broader career management, including salary negotiation, addressing unethical behavior in the workplace, and advocating for systemic changes.
Students explore the 'Truthful' (T) skill in the context of documentation and supervision, examining the ethical implications of hiding mistakes and the courage required for authentic professional growth.
This lesson addresses imposter syndrome and the habit of over-apologizing ('Apologies'), teaching students to distinguish between clinical accountability and unnecessary minimizing language.
Focusing on the 'Fair' (F) in FAST, students analyze the 'martyr complex' and learn to set fair limits on their professional lives to prevent burnout and maintain ethical practice.
Students identify core professional values ('Stick to Values') and examine how these values inform their professional identity and clinical boundaries through a 'Values Auction' activity.
In this culminating lesson, students act as payroll auditors to review a series of generated paystubs containing deliberate errors. They must identify discrepancies in hours worked, overtime rates, or deduction calculations.
Students examine the variability of income tax depending on geography, looking at states with no income tax versus those with high rates. They will calculate the cost of living differences when factoring in local tax burdens.
In this final role-play, students act as job candidates receiving an initial offer. Using their total compensation analysis, they draft a counter-offer email and participate in a live negotiation to improve specific terms (salary, sign-on bonus, or extra PTO).
In this final activity, students receive a revised offer based on their negotiation. They must formally accept or decline the offer in writing, ensuring all agreed-upon terms regarding pay and benefits are clearly documented.
Students participate in a workshop to complete the IRS Form W-4, understanding how their entries regarding dependents and filing status directly impact federal tax withholding. They will simulate different life scenarios to see how the paycheck changes based on the form data.
Students act as payroll auditors to identify errors in sample paystubs, reinforcing their ability to verify their own compensation and advocate for accurate payment.
This lesson covers the legal framework of the employment relationship, including at-will employment, non-compete clauses, and intellectual property agreements. Students review a sample contract to flag potential red flags.
Students use cost-of-living indices to normalize salaries across different cities. They adjust gross pay calculations to account for local taxes and housing costs to find the 'real' purchasing power of an offer.
Students learn the principles of principled negotiation, including BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement). They practice scripting professional requests for higher salary or better benefits without being adversarial.
Students simulate the onboarding process by completing a Form W-4 and analyzing how their personal withholding decisions directly affect their net pay.
This lesson breaks down the mandatory deductions found on every legal US paycheck, specifically Social Security and Medicare (FICA). Students investigate where this money goes and calculate the specific percentages removed from different salary tiers.
Annotation of technical manuals and 'how-to' guides, focusing on identifying sequence, warnings, and decision trees to follow complex procedures.
Developing professional communication skills through collaborative digital annotation, focusing on commenting etiquette and consensus-building in shared documents.
Application of color-coded annotation to identify legal rights and obligations within a rental lease agreement, translating boilerplate text into actionable information.
Strategies for maintaining focus and comprehension when reading hyperlinked or non-linear digital texts, including managing sidebars and multimedia distractions.
Introduction to digital annotation tools, focusing on managing layers of notes, exporting summaries, and using digital search/tagging functions effectively.
Students synthesize their learning into a professional transition one-pager that summarizes their specific assistive technology needs and legal rights.
Practical troubleshooting for digital barriers, including identifying inaccessible files and finding technical workarounds or contact persons.
Students practice professional communication and self-advocacy by simulating requests for accommodations in college and workplace settings.
A deep dive into the legal frameworks of the ADA and Section 504 as they apply to digital accessibility in higher education and the workplace.
Students explore Dual Coding Theory and analyze their personal reading data to understand how eye-reading and ear-reading interact to improve comprehension and reduce fatigue.
Synthesize learning to create a roadmap for 'Just Culture,' integrating physical and psychological safety as core organizational values.
Explore the impact of leadership communication and behavior on safety culture, including practical techniques for management-led safety walks and trust-building.
Investigate the systemic and cultural factors that lead to under-reporting of incidents and design alternative incentive structures to promote transparency.
Analyze the legal protections afforded to whistleblowers under the OSH Act and develop organizational policies that prevent retaliation and encourage ethical reporting.
Examine the cognitive biases and psychological factors that influence risk perception and safety-related behavior in industrial and corporate environments.
