Employment Coaching Curriculum – Detailed Module Training Plans
Model Neurodiversity affirming, strengths based; scalable across service tiers.
Career Development Framework (applies to all packages):
1. Self Discovery & Readiness
2. Skill Development & Job Matching
3. Job Search Execution
4. Workplace Success & Retention
Starter Package
Self Directed VR Foundations
Target Outcome: Clarity, confidence, and foundational employment knowledge via self- paced learning.
Delivery: Self-paced microlessons; downloadable tools/templates.
Module 1:
Understanding Yourself as a Worker
– Purpose: Build selfawareness and informed choice.
– What is taught: Strengths/interests; support needs; ND & employment rights; work values & environments.
– How it is taught: Short videos; checklists (strengths, sensory, EF supports); rights onepager; valuecard sort.
– Skill practice: Create “Worker Profile” (strengths, interests, supports, ideal environment).
– Evidence of progress: Completed Worker Profile; brief reflection quiz (≥80%); selfrating ↑ from baseline.
Module 2:
Introduction to Employment Pathways
– What is taught: Types of employment (competitive, supported, remote, parttime); entry vs growth roles; basic labor expectations.
– How it is taught: Pathway map; role spotlights; expectation matrix (attendance, comms, feedback).
– Practice: Compare 2 roles to Worker Profile; pathway selection worksheet.
Module 3:
Resume & Application Basics
– What is taught: What employers look for; resume anatomy (chronological vs skillsbased); common mistakes.
– How: Templates; examples; keyword identification.
– Practice: Draft 1page resume; list 10 keywords per sample posting.
– Evidence: Resume checklist score ≥85%; ATS friendly format.
Module 4:
Job Search Readiness Habits
– What is taught: Timeblocking; routine design; EF aids; emotional regulation during search.
– How: Planner template; 20minute sprint planning; regulation menu (breathing, sensory kits).
– Practice: 1week search plan; two 20min application sprints.
– Evidence: Plan submitted; 2 logged sprints; selfregulation plan.
DRS Alignment: PreETS (SelfAdvocacy, Work Readiness)
Tier Outcomes: Module completions; readiness score ↑; resume draft complete.
Silver Package
Guided VR Job Search Preparation
Target Outcome: Participants actively prepare with guided practice and feedback.
Delivery: Weekly group coaching; structured modules; mock practice.
Module 1:
Guided VR Job Search Preparation
Target Outcome: Participants actively prepare with guided practice and feedback.
Delivery: Weekly group coaching; structured modules; mock practice.
Module 2:
Resume & Application Strategy
– Taught: Tailoring by role; ATS basics; writing targeted applications/short answers.
– Methods: Keyword harvesting; resume tailoring lab; application clinics.
– Practice: Tailored resume + cover/email for 2 roles.
– Evidence: Tailoring scorecard ≥90%; two complete applications.
Module 3:
Interview Readiness
– Taught: Formats (phone/video/panel); STAR/CARL answers; energy & sensory planning.
– Methods: Rotating mock interviews; feedback rubrics; accommodation scripting.
– Practice: 2 mocks; prepare 5 STAR stories; write accommodation request line.
– Evidence: Rubric score improvement ≥20%; confident delivery of 1 accommodation request.
Module 4:
Communication & Self Advocacy
– Taught: Disclosure (if/when/how); accommodation requests; professional scripts.
– Methods: Script building; roleplay (email/IM/video); boundaries & followups.
– Practice: Draft scripts (intro, followup, thankyou, disclosure if chosen).
– Evidence: Approved script set; outreach response rate tracked.
DRS Alignment: Individualized Employment Planning & Job Matching
Tier Outcomes: Two tailored applications; mock interview competency; finalized employment goals.
GOLD PACKAGE
Advanced VR Workforce Preparation
Target Outcome: Demonstrable jobready behaviors and professional presence.
Delivery: Live workshops; applied labs; advanced resources.
Module 1:
Professional Identity & Branding
– Taught: Career storytelling; LinkedIn creation/optimization; digital professionalism.
– Methods: About statement lab; keyword SEO for profiles; portfolio links.
– Practice: Publish LinkedIn; 10 relevant connections; post or share once.
– Evidence: Profile completeness ≥90%; recruiter search visibility checks.
Module 2:
Workplace Readiness Training
– Taught: Norms & expectations; managing sensory/social load; EF at work (task initiation, prioritizing, switching).
– Methods: “First 30 days” plan; sensory/environmental audit; task systems (Kanban, timeboxing).
– Practice: Draft personal “Working Agreement” (preferences, supports, comms).
– Evidence: Manager ready onepager; readiness rubric pass.
Module 3:
Advanced Interview Performance
– Taught: Panel/technical/case; followup etiquette; negotiation basics (pay, schedule, accommodations).
– Methods: Panel drills; demo/project conversations; offer scenario roleplays.
– Practice: 1 technical/case mock; write post interview email; compensation research log.
– Evidence: Rubric pass; negotiation plan documented.
Module 4:
Job Retention Foundations
– Taught: Using feedback; stress/burnout prevention; relationship building.
– Methods: Feed forward framework; burnout early warning indicators; ally mapping.
– Practice: 60 day retention plan (supports, checkins, escalation).
– Evidence: Plan approved; peer practice completed.
PLATINUM PACKAGE
Target Outcome: Employment secured and sustained; progression toward longterm goals.
Delivery: 1:1 coaching; peer community; fully customized plans.
Module 1:
Individualized Career & Employment Plan
– Taught: Personal vocational goal setting; barrier mitigation; employer targeting.
– Methods: Barrier to strategy map; target employer list; informational outreach templates.
– Practice: 6 week activity plan; outreach cadence.
– Evidence: IEP/plan approved; outreach initiated.
Module 2:
Advanced Job Search Execution
– Taught: Employer outreach coaching; networking; custom application pipelines.
– Methods: Pipeline CRM (simple tracker); warm intro scripts; recruiter engagement.
– Practice: 3–5 targeted outreaches/week; 2 tailored submissions/week.
– Evidence: Funnel metrics (responses, screens, finals); iterative improvement.
– Evidence: IEP/plan approved; outreach initiated.
Module 3:
On the Job Success Coaching
– Taught: Onboarding navigation; workplace dynamics; supervisor communication.
– Methods: First90days map; weekly prep for 1:1s; accommodation implementation support.
– Practice: Draft agenda for first 1:1; prepare “success proof points.”
– Evidence: Supervisor feedback captured; onboarding goals met.
Module 4:
LongTerm Career Development & Retention
– Taught: Performance management; advancement planning; ongoing accommodation/advocacy strategies.
– Methods: Quarterly development plan; stretch assignment selection; promotion narrative crafting.
– Practice: Submit advancement plan; request feedback cycles.
– Evidence: Retention ≥90/180/365day milestones; advancement indicators logged.
DRS Alignment: Retention & Career Advancement
Tier Outcomes: Employment attainment; retention & satisfaction; measurable career progression.
MEASURABLE ALIGNED OUTCOMES (All Tiers)
– Job readiness assessments (pre/post)
– Learning milestone completions
– Interview performance improvement (mock → actual)
– Employment attainment (Gold/Platinum)
– Retention & satisfaction indicators (Platinum)
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