Britney Lemon
Compton,CA
Summary
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with clinical experience delivering speech and language therapy to clients from 18 months to adulthood with autism spectrum disorder, hearing impairments, down syndrome, speech and language delay and other diagnoses resulting in communication deficits. Trained and skilled in providing clients with the opportunity to learn appropriate social language skills in a structured yet fun setting. Skilled in managing client progress through data collection and communicate developments in progress reports. Demonstrated success in developing an excellent rapport with clients and families. Experience working with clients in a classroom setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
01.2023 - Current
- Provide Speech and Language therapy for clients ranging from 18 months to adulthood.
- Conduct parent debriefings after each therapy session to discuss patient progress and discuss carryover activities.
- Research and execute therapeutic activities derived from treatment plan created by the supervising speech language pathologist.
- Write quarterly progress reports for clients.
- Collaborate with supervising Speech Language Pathologist to implement lesson plans for social skills classes.
- Participate in and oversee students during community-based outings.
- Document patient progress by collecting data during therapy sessions.
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Internship
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide nurturing environment for patients to thrive.
- Participated in parent debriefing after social skill classes and speech therapy sessions.
- Collaborate with supervising Speech language pathologist to execute lesson plans for social skill classes.
- Develop lesson plans approved by the Speech Language Pathologist prior to implementation.
- Document therapy data.
- Conducted group therapy session under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist.
Summer Speech Camp Lead Teacher
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support students.
- Maintained patience in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Implement fun interactive weekly lesson plans focusing on speech and language, cognition, visual and auditory processing skills, pragmatic social language skills, and gross and fine motor skills.
- Collaborated with teacher assistants and volunteers in the classroom, delegating suitable responsibilities to them to support our students' learning and engagement.
- Attend and support students on community based outings.
Early Intervention Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported the lead teacher in facilitating small group instruction with emphasis on language, visual, and auditory learning.
- Worked with children ages 18 months to 3 years and was responsible for using prescribed approaches for stimulating language during circle, group, snack and story time.
- Assisted the lead teacher in using appropriate behavior modification techniques to support certain behaviors.
- Provided indirect language stimulation to children experiencing speech and language delays.
Program Worker
LA's BEST After School Enrichment Program
02.2016 - 06.2022
- Supervised activities and events for large groups.
- Created safe and positive environment that was conducive to learning and entertaining activities.
- Design, plan and facilitate activities with groups of 20 children.
- Advise the Site Coordinator as to what supplies, materials and other forms of support are needed for activities.
- Assisted supervisor by completing administrative and clerical tasks for program.
- Attend staff development workshops.
- Assist with the planning and facilitation of special projects and events.
- Engaged in daily communication with parents and caregivers, discussing students' participation in program activities.
- Assist students with homework.
- Coordinated program clubs centered around STEM and performing arts.
Speech Camp Volunteer
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Taught socially acceptable behaviors to campers, served as role model and used age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Created outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families and promoted camp participation.
- As a volunteer I supported a licensed speech language pathologist with implementing weekly lesson plans focusing on speech and language, cognition, visual and auditory processing skills, pragmatic social language skills, and gross and fine motor skills.
- Assisted the lead speech-language pathologist in ensuring students' safety during community-based activities.
- Adhered to guidance provided by the lead speech-language pathologist on facilitating clients' engagement during activities.
RISE Peer Mentoring Program Mentor
California State University, Los Angeles
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitate small group discussions/meetings with mentees.
- Provide support for mentees where appropriate/possible.
- Establish and maintain regular contact and communication with mentees.
- In my role as a mentor, I suggested beneficial resources and campus events for my mentees to attend.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA05.2019
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Social Skills Training
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Collaborate with peers and colleagues
- Effective Communication Abilities
- Active Listening
- Behavior Management
- Data Collection
Timeline
Summer Speech Camp Lead Teacher
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
01.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Internship
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Early Intervention Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
Speech Camp Volunteer
Los Angeles Speech And Language Therapy Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
RISE Peer Mentoring Program Mentor
California State University, Los Angeles
08.2020 - 05.2021
Program Worker
LA's BEST After School Enrichment Program
02.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University - Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College
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