Job Training provides a work environment where students can explore a variety of careers while learning soft skills in a community job site. This elective course offers half and full day work experience for students who are ready to practice their employability skills at a community job site alongside paid employees. Students who work a full day have met all academic requirements. Students work at different job sites throughout the school year. These job sites are determined by the employer’s needs and students’ age appropriate transition assessments.
Program Outcomes & Benefits:
Accredited JTC program with highly qualified teachers (TTW endorsement)
Customized employment options for all students
Over 50 employer partnerships in Geauga County
Students work within the county they go to school and live in
Minimal time on bus, more time spent working
Job Placement within their home community
Successful transition from high school to adult services with continued partnerships with Opportunities for Ohian's with Disabilities (OOD) and Geauga County BDD (GCBDD)
Ability to work with school district related service providers within employment settings near home school districts
Continued connections with districts for extra curricular activities (i.e. school athletics, dances, and school clubs)
Train adult service job coaches to ensure student independence in the workplace
Teach and support families in the adult service process