Cecilia Caceres

Provide therapy and collect data for individuals and/or groups
Engage parents and families in therapy process to support student progress
Collaborate with educators and other staff for development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Complete required documentation and reports
Help teachers understand how to observe and when to refer students
Provide information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods
Select and administer speech and/or language assessments in order to communicate findings to appropriate personnel
Participate in district trainings and meetings

• Assessed available case data and prepared reports outlining findings and recommendations
• Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological tests
• Implemented crisis prevention techniques to help individuals through complex situations
• Collaborated with educators and other staff for development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students
• Utilized formal and established protocols to evaluate educational, emotional, and behavioral needs of students
• Completed required documentation and reports

• Employed assessment procedures and standard tests necessary for thorough diagnosis and conveyed information to appropriate personnel
  Established/Implemented IEP 's for students admitted to program
  Professional growth through educational workshops
  Maintained contact and coordinated efforts to serve related professionals
  Documented developments and regressions in students' speech, making therapy adjustments
  Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues
  Provided information and assistance to parents
  Participated in conferences and meetings

• Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration, using professionalism to improve student academic performance
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
• Collaborated with parents, administrators, and school psychologists to develop improvement plans for struggling students
• Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges
• Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals
• Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrative staff