Avery Van Sickle
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Speech-Language Pathology and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student Intern
University Hospitals
Cleveland, OH
01.2026 - Current
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Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student Intern
Garfield Preschool
Mentor, OH
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Administered standardized and informal assessment, including subtests from the GFTA, Arizona Articulation and Phonology Scale, CELF, PLS, TOLD, PPVT, and hearing and language screens
- Conducted frequent play-based assessments using the DAYC-2 and completed evaluation team reports (ETRs) based on assessment findings
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members (OT, PT, SLPs, intervention specialists, and general education teachers) to develop and implement IEPs
- Presented IEPs and ETRs during meetings with administrators, interdisciplinary team members, and families
- Provided play-based intervention to verbal and nonverbal preschool-aged children targeting speech sound production, expressive and receptive language, social and cognitive communication, and AAC (high- and low-tech)
- Strengthened behavior management and classroom support strategies within preschool setting
- Utilized AAC software such as TouchChat and LAMP to support individualized communication goals
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student
Cleveland State University Clinic
Cleveland, OH
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided teletherapy aural rehabilitation with a co-clinician, targeting monosyllabic word recognition, reading comprehension, and semantic relationships (synonyms and antonyms)
- Delivered teletherapy intervention using the Parkinson’s SPEAK OUT! program; addressed palilalia and collaborated with graduate clinicians during transition to group therapy
- Provided adult fluency intervention via teletherapy, implementing fluency-shaping strategies
- Administered hearing and language screenings to school-aged children in Cleveland-area schools
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student
Albert Einstein
Lakewood, OH
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided intervention to middle and high school students targeting expressive and receptive language, pragmatic language, and social communication skills
Nanny
Huron, OH
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided exceptional childcare for a local family in my hometown, attended to a two-year-old child’s essential needs and wants while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment
- Implemented educational learning activates to stimulate the child’s intellectual growth including exercises in counting, color recognition, ABC puzzles, reading books, and identifying animals, including their sounds
- Orchestrated outdoor adventures to encourage physical activity and exploration, including bike rides, nature hikes, swimming, visits to parks, and the zoo
- Earned the family’s trust to safely take their child on outings outside of the home while demonstrating responsibility through household chores, including playroom organization, dishwashing and trash removal, to leave them the tidy
- Ensured a structured routine that included quiet and nap times, promoting healthy sleep habits to prepare him for a school based schedule
Seasonal Employee
Son Rise Marina
Sandusky, OH
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated professionalism in greeting and assisting customers, effectively handled inquires, and offered well-informed solutions, or directed them to relevant personnel
- Maintained the aesthetic appeal of the property through diligent groundskeeping and upkeep of the marina’s pool, docks, and community room, and provided valuable docking assistance to boaters upon request
- Conducted sales transactions for dock and storage units, ensured accurate contract completion and performed audits of sales reports to guarantee data accuracy while maintaining a structured filing system for crucial paperwork records
- Collaborated in the successful planning and execution of customer appreciation parties and holiday events, contributing to a positive customer experience
- Gathered employee timecards and precisely computed work hours, considering both active work hours and break times, and meticulously recorded employee work hours in a well-structured Excel spreadsheet
Amenities Employee
Cedar Point Sports Center
Sandusky, OH
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated various amenities, including the arcade, ninja course, and café register, and executed hosting responsibilities for birthday parties to ensure a memorable experience for guests
- Assisted in facilitating volleyball camps, contributing to the successful experience for athletes and outcome of events
- Distributed wristbands for tournament athletes while welcoming and greeting guests in a professional manner
- Maintained high cleanliness standards by thoroughly sanitizing bleachers in between games to uphold safety
Seasonal Amenities Employee
Sports Force Parks
Sandusky, OH
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Engaged with children, providing continuous support and guidance on the ropes course, encouraging a safe and enjoyable experience while boosting their confidence
- Operated various amenities, including the ropes course, mini golf, bungee jump, and achieved emergency take-down certification ensuring guests safety
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders – Speech-Language Pathology
Cleveland State University, College of Health
Cleveland, Ohio05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
Ohio University, College of Health Sciences And Professions
Athens, Ohio05.2024
Skills
- Friendly and professional
- Organized and efficient
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association | Athens, OH August 2020 – May 2024
- Engage in biweekly meetings, discussing relevant topics and events within the hearing, speech, and language sciences field of study
American Sign Language Club | Athens, OH August 2023 – May 2024
- Acquire new American Sign Language signs through Deaf professors, gain insight from guest speakers, engage in group activities utilizing American Sign Language, and make valuable contributions to social events
- Illustrate American Sign Language skills by signing the National Anthem at both basketball and football games, promoting inclusivity and cultural awareness
- Participate in biweekly meetings, where much time is spent discussing cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusion, pertaining to Deaf culture
Safe Swim for All | Athens, OH September 2023 – December 2023
- Work with children diagnosed with a range of conditions, including autism, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, ADHD, and behavioral issues
- Instruct special needs children in safe swimming techniques, advancing their comfort and confidence in the water
- Assist in performing customized swim lessons to address individualized goals, ensuring a personalized approach to each child’s progress
- Collaborate effectively within peer groups to proficiently demonstrate and attain each student’s individualized goals
- Utilize American Sign Language for all participants during swim lessons
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Language: American Sign Language (advanced proficiency)
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student Intern
University Hospitals
01.2026 - Current
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student Intern
Garfield Preschool
08.2025 - 12.2025
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student
Cleveland State University Clinic
08.2024 - 07.2025
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student
Albert Einstein
08.2024 - 12.2024
Nanny
05.2023 - 08.2024
Seasonal Employee
Son Rise Marina
05.2021 - 08.2024
Amenities Employee
Cedar Point Sports Center
08.2019 - 03.2020
Seasonal Amenities Employee
Sports Force Parks
06.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders – Speech-Language Pathology
Cleveland State University, College of Health
Bachelor of Science - Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
Ohio University, College of Health Sciences And Professions
HONORS AND AWARDS
Dean’s List | Athens, OH | Mildred L. Giescke Scholarship | Athens, OH | Dean’s Scholarship | Athens, OH
Total Clinical Hours Earned in Different Settings (Non-Observation)
- CSU University / Teaching Clinic: 37:12
- School: 250:55
- Clinical Simulation: 12:15
OBSERVATION
Sterling Morton Elementary School | Mentor, OH November 2024
- Observed elementary-aged students receiving intervention targeting speech sound production, reading comprehension, expressive and receptive language, social communication, and AAC
Sandusky Central Catholic School | Sandusky, OH December 2022
- Focused on a range of critical areas, including fluency, pragmatic language skills, articulation, and language, for students from kindergarten to 8th grade
- Gained 26 hours of valuable experience by closely observing a speech language pathologist work with groups and individualized treatment plans
United Rehabilitation Services | Dayton, OH March 2019
- Observed treatments covering receptive and expressive language, articulation, apraxia, AAC, social/ pragmatics, and fluency for children aged 2-14
- Shadowed a speech language pathologist, accumulating 12 hours of valuable learning experience observing pediatric therapy intervention services