Alexa Rueda
Anthony,NM
Summary
Bilingual (English/Spanish) graduate clinician in Communication Disorders with hands-on experience delivering tele-therapy services to K–12 students. Skilled in implementing IEP-aligned intervention plans, facilitating individual and small-group therapy sessions, and maintaining compliant SOAP documentation. Recognized for strong collaboration with educators and families, culturally responsive service delivery, and commitment to evidence-based practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer – Special Education Support
Tombaugh Elementary School
Las Cruces, NM
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted SPED teachers with classroom instruction and student support.
- Observed and supported speech-language therapy interventions.
- Provided individualized assistance to students with communication challenges.
Apprentice in Speech Language Pathology
Ciro Speech Therapy LLC
Artesia Public Schools
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Delivered virtual speech-language therapy to K–12 students.
- Conducted individual and small-group sessions aligned with IEP goals.
- Developed structured lesson plans targeting articulation and language development.
- Maintained accurate SOAP notes and ensured compliant documentation.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Las Cruces Public Schools
Las Cruces, NM
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Maintained structured and supportive classroom environments.
- Reinforced academic objectives across grade levels.
- Supported diverse learners, including students with special education needs.
Education
Master of Science - M.S. Communication Disorders (Expected May 2026)
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMBachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages (Spanish)
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2024
Skills
- Individual and small-group speech-language intervention
- Tele-therapy service delivery
- IEP goal implementation and lesson planning
- SOAP note documentation
- Progress monitoring and data collection
- Early childhood (K–12) therapy support
- Classroom management
- SPED support and intervention strategies
Clinical & Therapy Skills
Educational & Classroom Skills
- Student safety and supervision
- Collaboration with teachers and multidisciplinary teams
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Parent and staff communication
- Rapport building with pediatric populations
- Telehealth platforms
- Digital documentation systems
- Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
Communication Skills
Technical Skills
Certification
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) — Member
• 1888 Leadership Scholarship — NMSU
• Crimson Scholar — NMSU
• Dean’s List (Multiple Semesters)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
Katrina Ogaz (NMSU Speech Language-Pathologist)
(575) 636-4982
Mario Lugo (Teacher)
(915)207-5226
Tanya Pacheco - Speech Language-Pathologist (575)496-6604
Timeline
Apprentice in Speech Language Pathology
Ciro Speech Therapy LLC
05.2025 - 01.2026
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Las Cruces Public Schools
10.2023 - 05.2025
Volunteer – Special Education Support
Tombaugh Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Master of Science - M.S. Communication Disorders (Expected May 2026)
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages (Spanish)
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
New Mexico State University