INDEPENDENT TRANSITION SERVICES

Independent Transition Services assists 18-21 year-old graduates of the Hillsboro School District in moving forward from the academic world into the workforce. We offer instructional classes in employment skills, independent living, and effective workplace communication. Our goal is to help participants become independent, income-earning members of our community.

WHAT WE DO

We offer instructional classes which cover important employment skills such as:

• Writing resumes and cover letters

• Completing job applications

• Interviewing practice

• Budgeting, money-handling, and point-of-sale system operation

• Navigating public transportation

Participants also learn about the importance of "soft skills" that cover:

• Time management

• Good attendance

• Accepting feedback

• Following directions

• Appropriate communication with supervisors and coworkers