Interview
What can/should you do in order to prepare for an interview?
Research the company, practice mock interviews, familiarize yourself with common interview questions, print copies of your resume, create a list of your relevant accomplishments, get your clothes organized, plan your route there etc.
You should always write your Social Security number (SSN) when filling out job applications?
NO! Write provide upon hire or if filling out online put X's in the box.
What does A+ money pay for?
What is tuition at a community college.
What are accommodations?
What are supports and services provided to an individual with disabilities in their learning or working environments.
What is it called when you spend time at a workplace to observe and learn about a job?
What is a job shadow.
Should you check your social media accounts before going to an interview? Why or why not
Employers will research your profiles! If you have spelling mistakes, profanity, inappropriate pictures, etc. it could spoil your opportunity for the job.
What is a reference?
What is a vocational/trade school?
What is a school that provides specific training. e.g. Welding, Cosmetology, HVAC, Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician etc.
Name an accommodation in the workplace.
What is a Job Coach, task list, calculator, headphones, timers, change to work area, schedule, modified job duties etc...
Who is responsible for sharing information about your disability at work, at a training program, or in college?
You are! You are the person who decides when to share information about your disability/limitations at work, at a training program, or in college.
When offered a job; what is an appropriate time frame to accept or decline?
48 hours maximum.
What is a resume?
A document that highlights your skills and experiences.
In college where can you go if you need to disclose about a disability and request accommodations?
The college's office of disability or accessibility. Every college has one.
What does IEP stand for?
What is Individualized Educational Plan.
What is self-advocacy?
What is when you advocate for your personal needs.
What should you say in your follow up after an interview is over to the employer?
Thank them for the opportunity to interview and give a specific example of something they said that was impactful for you.
Why should you ask a reference before listing them on an application?
What is common courtesy and allows them time to think of what they will say if contacted.
What is the FAFSA?
What is financial aid from the Federal Govt.
In college you continue your IEP and having yearly meetings with new goals?
No! IEPs stop after you are done in high school.
You can get a lot of support at work or in college, but it looks different than in high school.
Why is volunteer work or community service valuable?
What is it can be considered work experience.
What is an appropriate time frame for follow up with an interviewer after an interview?
1 week or less.
Name at least 3 things to put on your resume.
What are previous jobs, email address, phone number, volunteer work, school clubs etc...
What agency might be able to help pay for college or to get a job?
What is Vocational Rehabilitation (VR).
Who attends IEP meetings?
Who is a case manager, principal, counselor, teachers, parents, and student.
What resource provides A to Z listings of accommodations by disability, topic, and limitation?
What is the Job Accommodation Network (JAN).