Career Pathways I & II
Instructor: TBD
PLACEMENT
Grade Levels: 9th - 10th Grades
Age Levels: 14 - 21 Years of Age
Students are recommended for this program by their district’s Committee on Special Education.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This is a custom designed, multi-year, vocational program for special needs students between the ages of 14 and 21 who are either at risk of dropping out of school or have been unsuccessful in traditional academic or vocational classes. First and second year students will be actively involved in a variety of career modules that will provide pre-vocational training, critical thinking skills, job training, and other fundamental life skills. This is a half-day program which can be combined with another Innovative Program or with a school district based program.
CAREER PATHWAYS II
CAREER PATHWAYS I SCHOOL TO WORK
• Shop Safety and Using the Shop
Hand Tools, Power Tools, Router, Chop Saw,
Language and Vocabulary, Measurement, Projects
• Kitchen Safety and Using the Kitchen
Language and Vocabulary, Knowing and Using Equipment Safely, Measurement, Projects (Seasonal)
• Landscaping and Maintenance
Language and Vocabulary, Knowing and Using Equipment Safely, Projects, Garden Maintenance, Storm Clean-up
• Running a Small Business
Language and Vocabulary, Needs, Location, Stock, Inventory, Tools, Expenses, Create Samples, Advertise, Take Orders, Fill Orders, Collect Money
• Sewing
Language and Vocabulary, Knowing and Using Equipment Safely, Projects, Career Opportunities
• Auto Body
Language and Vocabulary, Knowing and Using Equipment Safely, Projects, Career Opportunities
• Small Engine Maintenance and Repair
Language and Vocabulary, Knowing and Using Equipment Safely, Projects, Career Opportunities
• Work Based Learning
Making the Transition from School to Work, Understanding Work Based Learning, What Your Employer Expects
• Skills for Success
Teamwork and Problem Solving Skills, Communicating on the Job, Math in the Workplace
• Career Planning
Learning About Yourself, Learning About Careers, Researching Careers, Making Career Decisions
• The Job Hunt
Applying for Jobs, Interviewing for Jobs, Computer and Internet Skills, Looking Good on the Job, Safety on the Job, Leadership and Group Dynamics