A visual, easy-to-read reference diagram outlining the five steps of the decision-making model for adult learners.
A themed adult vocational handout designed as a 'Transition Map' for adults with IDD. Reframes job coaching and vocational services as 'Sidekicks' and 'Self-Advocacy Power-Ups'. Includes a definition of an adult job coach, a circling activity for workplace success, and a self-advocacy commitment checklist. Designed for post-school adult programs. Optimized for a single page.
Adult-themed vocational exit tickets for transition programs. Reframes the student as a 'Hero' finishing a level of training. Questions focus on the role of a job coach (Sidekick) and identifying workplace soft skills (Working with Others). Includes emoji-based self-reflection for adult confidence tracking. Optimized for 2-per-page printing.
A facilitator guide for adult transition programs serving individuals with IDD. Incorporates research on the 70-80% unemployment rate to provide mission-critical context for educators. Outlines a 90-minute gaming-themed agenda focused on OVR, vocational planning, and adult self-advocacy. Designed to help facilitators transition from 'School Mode' to 'Adult Success Mode'.
A themed adult vocational handout designed as a 'Transition Map' for adults with IDD. Reframes job coaching and vocational services as 'Sidekicks' and 'Self-Advocacy Power-Ups'. Includes a definition of an adult job coach, a circling activity for workplace success, and a self-advocacy commitment checklist. Designed for post-school adult programs.
A video-game themed slide deck for adults with IDD in transition programs. Reframes adult services (OVR, vocational programs) and job coaching as 'Sidekicks' and 'Quest Tools' to help the user achieve independence. Uses bold, high-contrast gaming visuals and simple, empowering language appropriate for a post-school audience.
A teacher-facing resource outlining the best practices for timing, feedback, and thread safety when developing switch-accessible games for visually impaired students.
The fully corrected Python source code for the Nancy Drew Mystery Game, featuring a robust SpeechManager class and improved transition timing for switch accessibility.
An explanation of why the original Nancy Drew mystery game code was failing to read menu options and a summary of the technical fixes required for reliable switch accessibility.
A condensed one-page professional guide for school IEP and CST teams outlining the 5-step process for transitioning students to a less restrictive environment, optimized for single-page printing with Uncommon Schools branding.
A group activity worksheet for students to record facts from the video and social stories. The layout matches across both sections with simple language and dedicated skill check-off areas. Optimized for a single-page layout.
A fun, video-game themed exit ticket for post-lesson assessment. Includes two tickets per page with a clear cut line. Questions focus on the job coach role ('Sidekick') and identifying 'Soft Skills' (simplified as talking to people). Uses a 'Next Level' emoji-based self-reflection section to gauge student confidence. Optimized for 1-page printing with enlarged selection areas.
A comprehensive teacher's guide for the 'Career Quest' lesson. Incorporates advocacy-based data on disability unemployment to provide context for educators. Includes a 90-minute agenda with gaming-themed phases, facilitator tips on soft skills and self-advocacy, and guidance on how to help students advocate for job coaches in their IEPs. designed for Grade 1-2 instructional levels.
A themed participant handout designed as a 'Quest Map' for students at a Grade 1-2 reading level. Includes simple explanations of a job coach's role, a 'Skill Scan' circling activity focused on vocational skills (soft skills, motivation, task learning), and a self-advocacy checklist. Provides a clear, low-barrier way for students to engage with their transition plan. Optimized for a single page.
An engaging, video-game themed slide deck for students at a Grade 1-2 reading level. Introduces the role of a job coach as a 'sidekick' who helps with tasks, soft skills, and self-advocacy. Explains the 'Quest Map' (IEP/transition planning) and 'Skill Scans' (vocational assessments) using fun, colorful gaming visuals.
A facilitator's script for reading social scenes to students, including key facts to check for recall. Updated with 6 distinct social scenarios and key details for retention checks. Updated to reflect the 'Active Listening' sequence title and simplified language.
A single-slide visual resource containing an embedded YouTube listening test video and instructions for the 'Tune In' challenge. Updated to reflect the sequence title and include instructions.
A refined teacher guide with a consolidated pacing guide, detailed answer keys including question context, and optimized page flow. Updated to reflect the 'Active Listening Tune In' sequence title and simplified language.
A simplified master answer key for the 7-sector 'Types of Jobs' activity. Provides quick visual references for facilitators to check student work.
A fourth set of printable mail items for sorting practice, including recruitment searches, delivery failures, security audits, and handbook updates.
A retail-themed word search worksheet featuring 8 key vocabulary words (Store, Customer, Manager, Safety, Help, Work, Smile, Sale) in a 10x8 grid.
A visual safety anchor chart for retail positions, featuring 12 key safety tips with clear icons and simple language for learners.
An additional set of printable mail items for sorting practice, including insurance cards, overdue bills, interview schedules, and more handheld slips.
A low-verbal communication choice board for retail interviews, featuring large icons and clear text to assist students in expressing common responses and needs.
