Sample interview questions: Can you describe your experience in conducting functional vocational assessments for students with disabilities?
Sample answer:
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Experience:
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Conducted comprehensive functional vocational assessments (FVAs) for students with disabilities, including those with learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and intellectual disabilities.
- Utilized standardized assessment tools, direct observation, and interviews with students, parents/guardians, and teachers to gather information about the student’s functional abilities, interests, preferences, and goals.
- Analyzed data to identify the student’s strengths, challenges, and areas for growth in various vocational areas, such as career exploration, job readiness, work habits, and social skills.
- Developed individualized vocational recommendations and transition plans based on the results of the FVA, considering the student’s strengths, interests, and post-secondary goals.
- Collaborated with special education teachers, career counselors, and other relevant school staff to implement the student’s individualized vocational recommendations and transition plans.
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Monitored the student’s progress towards achieving their vocational goals and made adjustments to the plan as needed.
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Skills and Expertise:
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Proficient in the administration and interpretation of a variety of FVA tools, including the WorkKeys Assessments, the Career Interest Profiler, the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, and the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children.
- Strong interviewing and observation skills to effectively gather information from students, parents/guardians, and teachers.
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