What is in this book

 What is transition ..........................................................page 2

 Principles of transition and introducing myself... page 3

 Hello my name is Nathan (all about me) ......................page 4

 My strengths, interests and hobbies.............................page 5

 If I feel worried and I need help................................page 6 - 7

 My goals and dreams.....................................................page 8

 What I am learning more about (and websites)............page 9

 What I can do independently ......................................page 10

 My Employability Skills ........................... page 11

 My jobs and work ........................................................page 12

 How to be a great Employee .......................................page 13

 My job lists for New World and health and safety......page 14

 My job lists for Deliveries ....................... page 15 - 16

 My flatting jobs (things to remember) ........................page 17

 Who I am working with (my champions)............ pages 18 - 20

 Spirit of Advernture .............................. page 21

 My calendar ...................................... page 22

Information to share with others

 What helps me live my best life..................................... page 24

 Tips for helping me live my best life (Strategies) page 25

 Importance of strengths & interests ............................pages 26

 Nathan’s interests..................................................pages 27 - 28

 Emotional regulation .............................................pages 29 - 32

 Transition Tips................................... page 33 - 34

 How Employers can support Nathan............................. page 35

 Executive Functioning Tip Sheet............................pages 36 - 37

 Practical tips & resources ......................................pages 38 - 40

 Resources......................................... pages 41 - 42

Sections

 Important information for Nathan and readers.............. page 2

 Important information and resources for readers... page 23

Why a good transition matters

We make many transitions in our lives. One of the most critical transitions is the move from school into adulthood.

For some students, particularly those with significant learning and social needs, the transition from school is probably the most crucial process for determining how the rest of their lives will unfold. Those supporting young people as they leave school have an obligation to ‘get it right’ and follow best practice. This includes:

 allowing the young person to direct the process

 involving parents, families and whānau

 providing information on post-school options

 transitioning being a coordinated and recognised process with schools, parents, students and agencies working in partnership.

What is transition?

A transition is a process, not a one-off event.

During transition an individual student receives support, through planning, to identify and achieve – or move closer – to their career and lifestyle aspirations. This planning is detailed in an Individual Career Plan which covers employment and financial independence, community participation, home and living arrangements, independent mobility, peer relationships, sexuality and self-esteem.

Source: National Transition Guidelines for students with additional learning needs – https://www.education.govt.nz