Aralee Berke
Justin,TX
Summary
Dedicated speech-language pathologist with a passion for supporting young children and their families through the provision of evidence-based speech, language, and social communication services. First-rate interpersonal skills build strong and honest rapport with clients. Adaptable to needs of individuals and skilled at incorporating changing information to inform and optimize treatment plans.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Intervention SLP Intern (CFY)
MHMR of Tarrant County
Fort Worth, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted assessments for children ages birth to 3 years old, including standardized tests, informal observations, and interviews with families as well as developed individualized treatment plans based on clients' developmental needs.
- Coached caregivers on evidence-based speech and language strategies to address a variety of impairments (ASD, CAS, phonological disorders, speech delay, etc.) to ensure carryover of children's skills outside of the therapy session.
- Maintained accurate records regarding assessment results, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Performed case management activities including referrals to community resources in order to support clients' developmental needs.
ECI Graduate Student Intern
The Warren Center
Garland, TX
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning to foster language development and feeding skills in children 0-3 years of age.
- Delivered information to caregivers on implementation methods for modeled intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with caregivers to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in daily notes.
Teaching Assistant and Graduate Student Clinician
Early Communication, Language and Social Skills
Dallas, TX
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided speech therapy services to preschool-aged children diagnosed with autism or expressive language disorders in a classroom setting
- Developed individual and group activities to facilitate expressive language and social interaction according to each child's individual needs
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress to make needed adjustments to treatment
- Prepared therapy materials and visual aids, fielded intake phone calls for potential clients, and provided appropriate intervention guidance to current graduate clinicians as a Teaching Assistant for the program
Graduate Student Clinician
Carroll Elementary School
Southlake, TX
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Treated articulation or phonology delays, language delays, and fluency disorders for students ranging from Kindergarten to 4th grade
- Administered speech therapy sessions through use of current best practices based on prescribed services
- Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted plan to achieve maximum benefit
- Conducted and documented thorough assessment of students to determine and diagnose communicative deficits
- Assisted in IEP goal development and gave professional input determining student progress
Graduate Student Clinician
Communication and Learning Program (CLP)
Dallas, TX
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided speech therapy services for adults presenting with various aphasias in both individual and group settings
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs according to clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans
- Incorporated various treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs
- Created weekly progress reports for clients
Student-Athlete
University of Iowa Softball Team
Iowa City, IA
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Successfully balanced 30+ hours per week of athletic activities and travel while managing demanding academic schedule through tenacious work ethic and time-management skills
- Exercised strong leadership skills as Team Captain and communicated effectively with coaches and fellow athletes, including organizing and leading meetings
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology - 4.0 GPA
The University of Texas At Dallas
Dallas, TX05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science - 3.89 GPA
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2021
Skills
- University of Iowa Softball Team Captain (Sophomore, Junior & Senior Seasons)
- Big Ten Conference Distinguished Scholar (2019, 2020, 2021)
- Academic All-Big Ten Honors (2019, 2020, 2021)
- University Dean's List distinction (all 6 semesters of undergrad)
Timeline
Early Childhood Intervention SLP Intern (CFY)
MHMR of Tarrant County
06.2023 - Current
ECI Graduate Student Intern
The Warren Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Graduate Student Clinician
Carroll Elementary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Teaching Assistant and Graduate Student Clinician
Early Communication, Language and Social Skills
02.2022 - 05.2023
Graduate Student Clinician
Communication and Learning Program (CLP)
08.2021 - 12.2021
Student-Athlete
University of Iowa Softball Team
08.2017 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology - 4.0 GPA
The University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science - 3.89 GPA
University of Iowa