Workplace Accommodations
This is something an employer gives to help a worker do their job more easily.
accommodation
Employers cannot ask about this personal topic related to babies.
pregnancy
You say this when you want something politely.
“Can I…”?
You bring this paper to show your work history.
a résumé
This means “the main idea.”
the gist
Ana asks for this because she has back pain.
a special chair or stool
Employers can ask about this: “Can you work evenings?”
availability
You say this when you give someone permission.
“You may…”?
You should arrive this many minutes early.
10–15 minutes
These are small pieces of information you listen for.
details
This helps employees who use wheelchairs move around more easily.
ramp or automatic door
Employers cannot ask how old you are because of this law.
human rights laws
Maria asks for this item to help her stand less.
What is a stool?
This is the first thing an interviewer notices about you
What is your appearance or greeting
This is a word that helps you understand the topic.
key word
Employers must do this when workers ask for help with a disability.
try to support them
This type of question is allowed: “Do you have experience?”
a job-related question
This phrase means “I need help.”
“Can you help me, please”?
You should give this kind of answer: short and clear.
a complete sentence
This skill means understanding information that is not directly said.
making an inference
These changes help everyone, not just people with disabilities.
accessibility improvements
Employers must focus on these instead of personal details.
skills and qualifications
This phrase means you finished your task.
“I’m done” or “I finished”
This is something you can ask at the end of an interview.
a question about the job
This is what you do when you listen for the order of events.
identifying sequence