Charlene Moss
Baker,LA
Summary
Dynamic Speech Pathologist Assistant with East Baton Rouge Parish School System, skilled in developing individualized education plans and enhancing communication skills. Proven ability to engage clients and document progress effectively. Expertise in speech therapy techniques and lesson planning, advocating for patient needs to achieve significant improvements in communication abilities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Pathologist Assistant
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.1991 - Current
- Assisted in implementing individualized education plans for students with speech challenges.
- Conducted therapy sessions to improve communication skills in diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student progress and engagement.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and therapy activities.
- Developed instructional materials tailored to specific speech and language needs.
- Supported the evaluation process by gathering relevant data on student abilities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance therapy techniques.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social communication among students.
- Monitored patients while they practice speaking or writing words, phrases or sentences correctly.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client based on their age level and learning style.
- Provided education about speech-language pathology services to families of patients at various levels of understanding.
- Participated in team meetings discussing best practices when working with clients who have difficulty communicating effectively due to physical limitations or developmental delays.
- Observed client's progress during therapy sessions and made recommendations for improvement.
- Instructed patients on proper techniques for vocal exercises, breathing exercises and articulation drills.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress towards achieving therapeutic goals.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops related to Speech Pathology.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions with clients to improve their speech, language and communication skills.
- Organized materials needed for each session including games, activities, books and other resources.
- Administered hearing tests to identify any auditory processing difficulties that may be present in a patient's condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information such as test results, medical history and treatment plans.
- Assisted in the development of treatment plans for clients based on their specific needs and goals.
- Provided support to Speech Pathologists when administering assessments and tests.
- Documented client progress with SOAP notes.
- Advocated for patient needs and implemented personalized treatment plans to maximize effectiveness.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Pathology/Audiology
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2007
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Speech therapy techniques
- Communication assessments
- Lesson planning
- Data documentation
- Client engagement
Timeline
Speech Pathologist Assistant
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.1991 - Current
Master of Science - Speech Pathology/Audiology
Southern University And A&M College
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