Paychecks
Money Management
IEPs and Sharing Disabilities
Tell Me About Yourself
Surprise Me!
100

What is a paycheck? 

Money that an employer (boss) gives an employee (worker) for the work they do. 

100

What is a budget? 

A way to keep track of your money so you don't spend too much. 

100

What is an IEP? 

Individualized Education Plan

100

Practice introducing yourself like you were in a job interview. Include your name, where you are from, and where you go to school. 

Hello! My name is _______ and I am from Brooklyn, NY. I go to P77K in Brooklyn. 

100

What are 2 of your strengths? 

...

200

Why is it important to check your paycheck every time you get paid? 

To make sure you are paid the correct amount. 

200

True or False: It is important to stick to your budget when you start earning money. 

True! 

200

True or False: You will have an IEP at your future job or college. 

False: There are no IEP's after High School. 

200

Practice sharing 3 things you like to do for fun or in your free time. 

In my free time, I like to: 

1. 

2. 

3. 

200

What would you do if you received extra money on your paycheck (that you did not earn)? 

Be honest and tell your manager that there was a mistake

300

Who is the employee (worker)? 

John Doe

300

It's payday! You received $500. You have to spend $200 for your bills and groceries. How much do you have left? 

$300

300

True or False: You can still get help at your future job or college if you need it. 

True! You can choose to DISCLOSE your disability and ask for SUPPORTS. 

300

Practice sharing information about people who are part of your support system (who help you succeed). 

Example: My teachers help me with _______. 

My parents help me with ________.

 I love to spend time with ____ on the weekends. 

300

What is a job coach? 

Someone who can help you learn how to do your job and supports you so you can feel successful. 

400

How much money does the employee (worker) make per hour? 


$20.00

400

Do you think it is easy to stick to a budget? Why or why not?

There is no right answer! 
400

Look at this picture and share what it is showing us about people who need supports to be successful. 

The picture on the right shows everyone is able to watch the game with different amounts of boxes. 

400

What is something you are looking forward to doing over the summer? 

...

400

What is the difference between a paycheck and direct deposit? 

A paycheck is a physical check and direct deposit is money that goes directly into your bank account. 

500

How much money did the employee (worker) make BEFORE taxes? 

$800.00

500

True or False: There is no such thing as an unexpected life event. 

False! Sometimes unexpected things happen and we will need to decide how to handle them based on our budget.

500

True or False: You HAVE TO tell your future boss you have a disability. 

False! You only have to share your disability if you are requesting a specific kind of support to help you do your job. 

500

Where is your favorite place to visit when you are not in school? 

.... 

500

Name one strategy that helps you learn and succeed in the classroom. 

Checklists

Learning through doing

Extra time to complete work 

Etc.

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