Preparation and Materials Needed
- Know the student’s knowledge or awareness regarding independent skills (this helps with knowing how much time you may need to spend on an activity).
- Prepare needed assistive technologies and/or accommodations (ex: communication supports (visual, objects, pictures, voice output devices, etc.), physical supports/space access needs, vision supports, hearing supports, sensory needs/supports).
- Computer to access videos. Print materials in advance if necessary.
- Students who have worked or are working can bring in a pay stub for Activity 4. This lesson covers a variety of materials, resources, and activities. Take time to consider your students (their interests, needs, what they want to learn, etc.) to focus on the parts that are most relevant and useful to them.
- Activity 6 of this lesson has an Interactive Opportunity to invite an Mobility Manager from the Ohio Department of Transportation to a session to share information with students. Consider reaching out to schedule in advance. More information can be found here: Mobility Manager | Ohio Department of Transportation
- Life Skills Vocabulary (PowerPoint)
- Life Skills Cards
- Life Skills Assessment
- Independent Living Skills Resources
- Life Skills Reflection Worksheets
- Paycheck Vocabulary (PowerPoint)
- Paycheck Walkthrough
- Paycheck Walkthrough - Answer Key
- Needs vs Wants Worksheet
- Monthly Budgeting Example and Worksheet
- Transportation Options