Alisa R. Duarte
Selma,USA
Summary
Dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with expertise in developing communication strategies and conducting screenings. Delivered support during therapy sessions, fostering effective interactions with clients from diverse backgrounds. Strong interpersonal communication, empathy, and patience enhance client engagement and therapy outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Aide Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stones Group
Fresno, CA
11.2022 - 01.2026
- I currently work as a speech paraprofessional, supporting children with learning disabilities and disorders in grades K-8 by providing services and assisting in the preparation of IEPs for the speech-language pathologist.
- I also manage the daily pick-up of students to ensure they complete their scheduled speech minutes and handle the distribution of forms to the special education department, as well as coordinating for IEP meetings.
Direct Support Professional
Capozzi
Fresno, CA
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Worked in a women group home, providing support to help the residents develop social skills and learn behavior replacement strategies.
- Responsibilities included preparing and cooking all of their meals, administering medications, and promoting independence by establishing routines, supervising daily room cleaning, and overseeing weekly house clean-up with guidance and prompting.
In Home Care Provider
ASAP Personal Care Agency
Fresno, CA
10.2018 - 06.2021
- I performed daily tracheostomy changes for a non-verbal man diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Youth Program Coordinator
Life Skills Training and Educational Programs - LifeSTEPS
Parlier, CA
01.2016 - 07.2018
- I worked in low-income housing, where I developed an after-school program for children of all ages.
- In addition to offering daily activities, arts and crafts, and homework assistance, I created lesson plans and organized weekly activities to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants.
Personal Care Assistant
Social Vocational Services
Reedley, CA
10.2016 - 06.2018
- I provided one-on-one support to a young man with severe autism spectrum disorder in a day program.
- Facilitated community outings, social interactions, and peer engagement through games while implementing goals from his individualized plan.
- Tracked daily progress data, created weekly schedules for clients, and updated parents on upcoming events to ensure continuity of care.
- Communicated with CVRC on goal progress, completed incident reports, and monitored overall progress to support client development.
Education
Speech Language Pathology Assistant -
Madera Community College
Madera, CA 08.2023 - 05.2026
Medical Assisting -
UEI College-Fresno
Fresno, CASkills
- Speech Therapy
- Special Education
- Early intervention
- Speech sound disorders treatment
- Fluency therapy
- Articulation therapy
- Assistive communication support
- Individualized support
- Behavior management
- Behavior management techniques
- Teacher collaboration
- Professional student collaboration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Community relationship building
- Client support
- Parent communication
- Working with families
- Family engagement
- Data tracking
- Data collection
- Record keeping
- Therapy progress note documentation
- Care documentation
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Early childhood education
- Experience with children
- Time management
- Google Workspace
- Healthcare collaboration
- Team treatment planning
- Speech-language collaboration
- Professional student collaboration
- Articulation therapy
- Parent collaboration
- Childhood development
- Family engagement
- Team treatment planning
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- CPI Certification
- Driver's License
- BLS Certification
- SLPA License
Languages
English
Timeline
Speech Language Pathology Assistant -
Madera Community College
08.2023 - 05.2026
Speech Aide Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stones Group
11.2022 - 01.2026
Direct Support Professional
Capozzi
06.2020 - 10.2022
In Home Care Provider
ASAP Personal Care Agency
10.2018 - 06.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Social Vocational Services
10.2016 - 06.2018
Youth Program Coordinator
Life Skills Training and Educational Programs - LifeSTEPS
01.2016 - 07.2018
Medical Assisting -
UEI College-Fresno