Ayelet Sitzer
Brooklyn
Summary
Skilled Speech Language Pathologist with 9 years of experience and a comprehensive background in diagnosing and treating speech, language, and communication disorders. Provided individualized therapy plans that significantly improved patient outcomes. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability and leadership qualities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Pathway Study Center Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
- Provided targeted speech language therapy for students with diverse communication needs including Apraxia of Speech, articulation and phonological disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Auditory Processing Disorder, hearing impairment, dyslexia, developmental delays etc.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions to enhance language skills, incorporating engaging and relevant materials tailored to student interests.
- Monitored student progress regularly, adjusting treatment approaches based on individual needs and outcomes to ensure effective interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress reports to comply with school guidelines and regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for students with varying levels of speech and language challenges.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss student progress and refine treatment strategies, ensuring holistic support for each child.
- Collaborated closely with the principal, SLPs, Occupational Therapists, Special Education teachers, Social Workers, Audiologists, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to create comprehensive treatment plans for students with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced children's communication skills by developing and implementing individualized education plans.
- Led parent workshops to educate families about speech and language disorders, equipping them with strategies to support their children's development at home.
- Supervised and mentored graduate externs and clinical fellows, fostering their professional growth in speech-language therapy practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current with best practices in speech-language pathology and education.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, providing consistent feedback and support to enhance student outcomes and engagement.
- Presented and ran professional development for fellow staff members in the areas of language development, and strategies to promote language in the classroom
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide communication strategies by providing expert consultation to administrators and teachers.
Speech Language Pathologist
StrivRight /OMNI Rehabilitation
02.2017 - 06.2021
- StrivRight Agency: Magen David Yeshiva, Ateret Torah Elementary School: Provided targeted speech therapy for students with diverse communication needs, including articulation disorders and language delays.
- FTH OMNI REHAB Evaluations: conducted comprehensive evaluations submitted to the Department of Education. Evaluated monolingual children utilizing formal and informal testing including the CELF-5, GFTA-2, and creating diagnostic reports based on testing results.
Speech Language Pathologist
SAS Innovations
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted DOE public school evaluations through contracted agency for monolingual students ages 5 to 16 years of age, utilizing formal and informal testing, and creating diagnostic reports.
- Evaluated a variety of populations including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Hearing Impairments, genetic disorders, apraxia of speech etc.
Education
Masters of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Touro College
Brooklyn, NY09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Judaic Studies, English Minor: Speech Language Pathology
Hebrew Theological College
Chicago, IL06.2014
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- Creativity and innovation
- Assessments
- Instructional skills
- Caseload management
- Relationship building
- Documentation and reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient education
- Problem-solving
- Treatment Planning
- Professional demeanor
Accomplishments
- NYS TSSLD
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)- # 14075450
- New York State Licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist- # 028518
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Pathway Study Center Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
SAS Innovations
01.2019 - 03.2020
Speech Language Pathologist
StrivRight /OMNI Rehabilitation
02.2017 - 06.2021
Masters of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Touro College
Bachelor of Arts - Judaic Studies, English Minor: Speech Language Pathology
Hebrew Theological College