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Illinois Center for Transition and Work

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Effective transition planning is essential for preparing students with disabilities to enter the workforce and achieve their employment goals. This collection of resources addresses key aspects of this process, from early planning in middle school to the development of essential workplace skills. It covers the integration of assistive technology, culturally responsive approaches, and career exploration to support individualized planning. By emphasizing employability skills, workplace social skills, and the use of functional behavior assessments, these materials help educators tailor instruction to each student's needs. The resources also highlight the importance of interagency collaboration and ecological assessments in creating robust support systems. Drawing on research-based predictors of postschool success, these resources enable education teams to craft high-quality transition plans that align with students' strengths, preferences, and goals. Together, these resources provide a holistic framework for assisting students with disabilities to achieve their employment goals.