Amy Beukema
Newark,DE
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience at the Brennen School through Christina School District, specializing in individualized therapy plans and collaborative treatment strategies for students with autism. Proven ability to enhance communication skills in children with autism through innovative techniques and strong teamwork. Committed to professional development and improving student outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective organizational skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Christina School District
05.2002 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed students with speech and language needs as well as educationally diagnosed autism spectrum disorder as part of a collaborative team, using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Utilized the SETT Framework to determine needs for AAC, completed evaluations and supporting documentation for funding of AAC devices and implemented therapy plans to support AAC use.
- Developed and Implemented IEPs, providing individual and group therapy sessions for individuals with autism within their classroom setting, targeting speech, language, AAC, pragmatic skills and supported feeding/swallowing needs.
- Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues by organizing workshops on current trends in speech-language pathology practices.
- Contributed to the improvement of program-wide communication supports by serving as the Brennen School Speech/Language Lead from 2021-2025.
- Mentored new speech-language pathologists, sharing knowledge and experience to enhance team competence by serving as a Clinical Fellow Mentor.
- Provided services within a collaborative model, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for students with complex communication disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Bayada Home Health
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Evaluated and provided treatment for speech and language needs in early intervention in the home setting, collaborating with and providing education to families and caregivers to support and promote speech, language and communication development
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each child, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs..
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2000
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- Assistive technologies/AAC
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Implement treatment plans
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
ASHA Certification
DE Professional License
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Bayada Home Health
08.2013 - 02.2015
Speech-Language Pathologist
Christina School District
05.2002 - Current
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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