Allyson Schwendinger
Dyersville,IA
Summary
Dedicated education professional with over 7 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, specializing in student-centered support, data-driven intervention, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Skilled in analyzing student performance data, managing individualized education plans (IEPs), and leading projects to improve learning outcomes. Proven success working in fast-paced school environments, adapting to changing priorities, and fostering strong relationships with students, families, and educational teams. Passionate about equity in education and committed to continuous improvement in service delivery and student achievement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cooperative Educational Services Agency
08.2023 - Current
- Help children preschool through 12th grade with articulation, language, fluency, and augmentative alternative communication needs
- Analyze data to develop goals for each child to work on specific to their individualized education plan (IEP)
- Prepare and conducted therapy sessions targeting specific goals for each child and their needs
- Led and participated in IEP meetings to share progress and new goals with parents and guardians
- Evaluate new students, analyze results, and determine if student qualifies for educationally-based speech therapy services
- Collaborate with teachers and other school staff to support speech and language development in the classroom
- Provided mentorship and clinical supervision to a first-year speech-language pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Millennium Therapy
05.2018 - Current
- Treated patients with disorders including dysphagia, dementia, aphasia
- Skilled in developing evidence-based treatment plans, interdisciplinary collaboration, and caregiver education to support functional outcomes and improve quality of life.
- Proficient in documentation and billing systems, with a strong focus on compliance and patient-centered care.
- Monitored progress and adjusted therapeutic approaches based on client response and feedback.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Keystone Area Education Agency
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Worked with children preschool through 8th grade with a variety of speech and language needs
- Planned engaging therapy sessions to target child’s specific goals to improve their skills
- Conducted IEP meetings to share and discuss progress and anticipated future goals with team
- Educated parents, teachers and other professionals on specific strategies and techniques for use at home and in the classroom to achieve success
- Coached and guided graduate student for 12 weeks during internship to foster clinical independence
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05.2016
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Data interpretation
- Patience and tolerance
- Project management
- Agility in fast-paced environments
- Facilitating client meetings
- Report writing expertise
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Cooperative Educational Services Agency
08.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Keystone Area Education Agency
08.2018 - 06.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Millennium Therapy
05.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Ambrose University
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
St. Ambrose University