Shelley's Closet (Prevocational Program)

  • Shelley's Closet Prevocational Program.

    Frequency: 1–3 days per week
    Directions: single to multistep directions, visual/written/verbal (based on student need)
    Environment: small space or H8, amount of people will vary, up front and behind-the-scenes work, some hallway travel

  • Description

    Shelley’s Closet proudly serves the Monroe One community by providing clothing and shoes to those in need. This program also provides students with experience in a retail clothing environment.

  • 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 min, 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 multi-step 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.
    • Launder clothing.
    • Sorting, folding, merchandising, tagging clothing, hanging clothing.
    • Creating displays.
    • Cleaning the store.
    • Organizing merchandise.
    • Helping customers navigate the store.
    • Helping customers check out, etc.