Reference framework

DTRF — Developmental Transition Readiness Framework

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Readiness indicator · R5

Work Behaviors

Task completion, persistence, responsibility, work habits, and reliability.

Across developmental stages

What this looks like, stage by stage.

  1. S1

    Early Childhood

    ≈ 3–5 years

    Engages in short play-based 'jobs'; follows one- to two-step directions.

  2. S2

    Childhood

    ≈ 6–9 years

    Completes assigned classroom and home tasks; persists with encouragement.

  3. S3

    Pre-Adolescence

    ≈ 10–12 years

    Takes responsibility for routine duties; works toward task completion.

  4. S4

    Early Adolescence

    ≈ 13–15 years

    Demonstrates punctuality, follow-through, and basic teamwork in school tasks.

  5. S5

    Pre-Transition

    ≈ 15–16 years

    Demonstrates reliable work behaviours in authentic or simulated work settings.

  6. S6

    Formal Transition Age

    16+ years

    Sustains expected work behaviours in community-based or paid work experiences.