Adulting Life and Financial Skills Teens Need to Navigate the Real World Bundle
What's included
18 pre-recorded lessons
18 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. Each week a task will be assigned to the learners to complete if they wish. The tasks will be short, but they should also be useful and applicable to the topic we are discussing that week.Assessment
If a parent wishes to have a formal assessment, I will provide that at the conclusion of class. I will be an active participant in the learning process and will be providing written feedback for each task the learner completes throughout the course.Letter Grade
If a parent requests a formal grade report, I will create an assessment for them based on the lessons taught and enrichments completed. Just remember to ask!Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞! 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮—𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝. Whether you're gearing up for your first job, budgeting for apartment living, or mastering credit scores, this class equips you with the tools to thrive in the real world. Let's bridge the gap between what you know and what you need to succeed! ***𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝘽𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝘼𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 101 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘼𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 102 𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛-𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙖 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚!*** 🎥 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: With engaging video lessons and interactive activities, teens can learn on their own schedule 🕒🏠. Each lesson features 1-2 video lessons, guided notes, and practical enrichment opportunities. I generally respond within 24 hours, but I also set aside time to review enrichment activities every Friday and Sunday, providing guidance and feedback in this flexible self-paced format. 𝙄 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙪𝙥 𝙩𝙤 18 𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙠𝙨, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲? This course is designed for teens looking to become financially savvy, independent adults. Through engaging video lessons, guided note-taking, and practical enrichments, they will gain confidence in tackling everyday challenges. Whether they’re filling out their first job application or deciding whether to rent or buy a home, this course has the tools they need for real-world success. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲? 📚 Comprehensive Learning Journey: By purchasing the bundled course, you get all the essential topics in one seamless learning experience. No need to jump between individual classes—everything you need is packaged in a logical, easy-to-follow format. 💸 Save Money: Bundling gives you access to both my Adulting 101 and 102 courses at a discounted rate compared to buying them separately, providing maximum value for your investment. ⏳ Stay on Track: With all 18+ lessons combined, you can follow a clear, structured path from start to finish, ensuring you don’t miss any critical life skills. 💡 Deeper Understanding: Many of the lessons build on each other—taking the full course allows for a more in-depth understanding, as you’ll see how topics like budgeting, credit, and taxes interconnect. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 💼 Job Applications & Interviews - Master the art of applying for jobs and acing interviews, including writing thank-you notes. 💵 Analyzing Pay Stubs - Understand your paycheck, taxes, and the crucial details that can save you money. 📊 Budgeting & Apartment Hunting - Learn how to budget effectively, including realistic apartment hunting and living within your means. 📈 Credit Scores - Discover how credit scores work, how they impact your financial future, and how to improve them. 💻 Online Banking & Checks - Navigate online banking platforms safely and confidently, and learn the (still relevant) skill of writing checks and deposit slips. 🚗 Buying a Car - Get the ins and outs of purchasing a car, from budgeting to finding the best deals, including insurance costs. 🍲 Meal Planning & Grocery Shopping on a Budget - Plan and shop for nutritious meals while staying within a budget. 🏡 Buying a Home & Renting - Dive into the complexities of renting and home buying, comparing costs, and learning about mortgage calculators and hidden fees. 💼 Filing Taxes - Learn the ins and outs of filing your own taxes, demystifying the process from understanding deductions to completing tax forms. This lesson empowers you to confidently file your taxes and save money by doing it yourself. ➕…𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚!
Learning Goals
Teens will learn skills applicable to the real world and learn how to navigate real-world challenges, loaded with information and confidence to be successful young adults.
Syllabus
18 Lessons
over 18 WeeksLesson 1:
Job Applications
Learn the art of crafting compelling job applications.
Lesson 2:
Job Interviewing
Master the techniques for acing job interviews and making memorable impressions.
Lesson 3:
Analyzing Pay Stubs and Deductions
Decode the details of pay stubs to understand your earnings.
Lesson 4:
Writing Checks and Deposit Slips
Get skilled in the essentials of writing checks and preparing deposit slips.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners should have access to a calculator for this class in addition to access to the Internet for activities.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
5 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
I have been teaching teens for over 25 years and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance in addition to degrees in English, Writing, Music, and a Master’s Degree in Education. My courses are designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world financial skills, addressing the lack of practical resources available to prepare teens for their financial futures.
Throughout my teaching career, I have developed courses focused on equipping learners with essential skills such as budgeting, understanding credit, managing debt, navigating taxes, and planning for major life milestones like renting an apartment or buying a car. My approach emphasizes real-life applications, ensuring that learners not only understand the concepts but also feel confident applying them in everyday situations!
I am passionate about empowering teens to make informed financial decisions and take charge of their futures. My teaching style is patient and encouraging, with a focus on simplifying complex topics into manageable, actionable steps. These courses are designed for all types of learners and abilities, offering a supportive environment where learners can gain practical knowledge and build confidence in their financial skills.
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Self-Paced Course
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Ages: 13-18