PREVIEW

  • Picture of the PREVIEW workspace.

    Frequency: 2-5 days/week
    Directions: multistep directions, visual/written/verbal (based on student need)
    Environment: large space, louder environment, some hallway interactions, can be busy, production-based tasks in H8, will participate in tasks to support Creekside Prevocational Programs and Monroe One BOCES

  • Description

    Preview is a center-based prevocational program that offers students a production-type setting to "preview” the occupational world. It introduces them to employer expectations, transferable vocational skills, and pre-employment opportunities.

  • Skills

    • Work Readiness:
      good hygiene/appearance/dress code, willing to work, socially-emotionally ready to work.

    • Time management/organizational skills:
      on time, attend at least 30 minutes, attends when scheduled, gathers materials, completes assignment.

    • Communication:
      advocates for self, communicates with supervisor, knows when to ask for help, asks for help.

    • Interpersonal/teamwork:
      can work with a peer, will help boss and/or when asked.

    • Follow directions:
      follows simple multistep directions, takes direction from supervisor, occasionally takes direction from colleagues, follows routine/rules.

    • Problem solving:
      identifies and solves common problems, identifies uncommon problems, accepts constructive criticism, checks work when completed, requires minimal support to handle challenges appropriately.

    • Safety:
      self-control, follow safety rules/procedures, navigate school safely (transitions, hallways, sidewalks, etc), use materials safely.

  • Tasks

    • Following a basic routine.
    • Greeting a supervisor/peer.
    • Signing in/out, locating and understanding assignment.
    • Locating materials needed for assignment.
    • Washing/drying/folding Creekside laundry.
    • Filling and delivery of supply orders.
    • Sorting/weighing/stocking of utensils.
    • Recycling, bottles and cans collection and disposal.