CASSANDRA WEDEL
Hays,KS
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, with expected graduation in May 2026. Passionate about helping individuals of all ages overcome speech, language, and communication challenges. Well-versed in developing individualized treatment plans and utilizing the latest evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Trained across all areas of communication disorders and skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care. Eager to apply my academic foundation and hands-on clinical experience to contribute meaningfully to a healthcare or educational setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
SLP Graduate Clinician
Holy Family Elementary School
Hays, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Provided therapy focused on phonological awareness for children at risk for reading and language difficulties.
- Designed and implemented treatment plans to strengthen phonemic awareness, letter-sound recognition, and early literacy skills.
SLP Undergraduate Clinician
Fort Hays State University - Herndon Clinic
Hays , KS
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided individualized therapy targeting specific sound errors (e.g., substitutions, omissions, distortions) to improve speech intelligibility.
- Monitored client progress through data collection, adjusting therapy techniques as needed to ensure optimal improvement and goal achievement.
S.T.A.R Paraprofessional
Roosevelt Elementary School
Hays, KS
12.2023 - 05.2024
- One-on-one para for the Systematic Teaching with Adaptations and Reinforcement (S.T.A.R) program, assisting up to eight students with intellectual and developmental disorders in grades K-5
- Provide behavior reinforcement, encourage collaboration with peers, and assist in the usage of Augmentative Alternative Communication devices
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05.2024
Associate of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Pratt Community College
Pratt, KS05.2022
Skills
- Organization
- Time Management
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Creative thinking
Extracurricularandvolunteer
- Member of NSSLHA, FHSU
- Big Brothers Big Sisters, Hays, KS
- Night to Shine Escort, Hays, KS
- Intramural Sport Participant, FHSU
- Member of Cornerstone Southern Baptist Church, Hays, KS
- Student Athlete, Softball
Timeline
SLP Graduate Clinician
Holy Family Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
SLP Undergraduate Clinician
Fort Hays State University - Herndon Clinic
01.2024 - 05.2024
S.T.A.R Paraprofessional
Roosevelt Elementary School
12.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Pratt Community College
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