April Lara
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Bilingual ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant. Highly motivated and dedicated professional seeking Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant position to contribute to the delivery of comprehensive speech therapy services. Proficient in providing services for individuals with moderate to severe disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral challenges, and cognitive delays. Proficient in developing and delivering in-person therapy treatments, incorporating child-led therapy approaches, behavior management techniques, and implementing treatment plans aligned with individualized goals. Experience in maintaining detailed SOAP notes to track progress and inform ongoing interventions. Fluent in Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate and deliver therapy interventions in the language.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Therapy Aid
SHARE Therapy
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Assistes in customizing communication boards, lesson planning, craft creation, and organizational tasks
- Support clinicians by preparing materials and facilitating smooth transitions between activities
- Participated in shadowing session with an SLP and dedicated 2 hours to learning administrative tasks.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Actively participated in staff meetings, contributing ideas for process improvement and program development strategies.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
SLPA Internship Program
Be Heard Speech Therapy
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Work closely with the Speech-Language Pathology team to provide speech therapy using a variety of techniques to individuals with Autism, and speech and language disorders
- Implemented appropriate treatment plans based on client goals and disorders
- Documented treatment using SOAP notes
- Completed session notes for daily treatment appointments
- Provided in-home therapy using treatment plans/goals for early intervention clients
- Provided child-led therapy, group therapy, and provided bilingual therapy services to Spanish-speaking clients
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Utilized behavior management strategies such as visual schedules and token boards.
1:1 ABA Technician
Mr. J's Academy
09.2022 - 01.2023
- 1:1 ABA Aide in Special Education School setting
- Provided supervision and support to the assigned child throughout the school day
- Provided support in learning social skills, transitioning between activities, staying on task, and completing work
- Daily living skills
- Assist children in reducing challenging behavior while maintaining a positive and safe environment
- Maintained professional relationships with parents/clients.
- Adapted instructional materials according to each client''s unique learning style and preferences for optimal success.
- Consistently collected data on client progress, ensuring accurate measurement of skill acquisition and goal achievement.
Private Home Health Aide
Special Needs Residential Caregiver
08.2013 - 01.2023
- Customize therapy programs to suit individual children, often covering a variety of risks
- Implemented behavior intervention plans designed by BCBAs to address specific behavioral goals and reduce problem behaviors while promoting positive behaviors
- Provided direct therapy with clients to teach them new skills, such as communication, social interaction, self-help, and academic skills, using ABA techniques and principles
- Plan, oversee and incorporate daily activities for the family
- Collected data on the client's progress during therapy sessions, including behavioral data and skill acquisition data, to monitor progress and make data-driven decisions about treatment.
1:1 Instructional Aid
Rossier Park Elementary Spectrum School
06.2008 - 07.2013
- Provide individualized supervision and instruction to assigned students and additional support to the core classroom staff
- Working with student(s) to implement their Individualized Education Programs (IEP), you will utilize group and individual instruction in the classroom and community
- Working with students to improve their community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills
- Implemented curriculum (including all on-site and community-based instruction) and behavioral intervention strategies consistent with the letter and intent of the IEP/ITP (Individual Transition Plan)/PBIP (Positive Behavior Intervention Plan) to meet each student's goals and objectives
- Performed job coaching duties as assigned, by assisting in the training of students, on campus or at community job sites regarding inappropriate work behavior and specific employment skills
- Completed accurate and timely documentation on student's behavior as outlined by school procedures; reported observations to relevant staff and made recommendations based on observations
- Assisting in the preparation of other behavioral reports and daily activity log as required
- Maintained confidentiality of student information and records at all times
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Science Disorders
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2024
COASTLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Costa Mesa, CA01.2021
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Knowledgeable in AAC
- Proficient in SOAP Note data collection
- Proficient in working with Emotionally Disturbed (ASD) clients
- Proficient in working with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Proficients in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
- Culturally aware
- Compassionate
- Proficient in problem-solving
Certification
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant, State of California, 2024
- CPR Certified
Timeline
SLPA Internship Program
Be Heard Speech Therapy
01.2024 - 06.2024
Speech Therapy Aid
SHARE Therapy
01.2023 - 06.2024
1:1 ABA Technician
Mr. J's Academy
09.2022 - 01.2023
Private Home Health Aide
Special Needs Residential Caregiver
08.2013 - 01.2023
1:1 Instructional Aid
Rossier Park Elementary Spectrum School
06.2008 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Science Disorders
California State University, Fullerton
COASTLINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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