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Christina Celano

Baldwin

Summary

Experienced speech language pathologist with 17 years in pediatric settings spanning the lifespan from birth to 18 years. Successfully has provided treatment in a variety of settings including home-care, pre-school, sensory clinics, elementary, middle, and high school. Skilled in language and literacy intervention, ICT classroom push-in services, and interprofessional collaboration. Trained in sensory integration with a strong background in social emotional learning. Proven ability to personalize therapy to students characterized with ADHD, dyslexia, developmental language delays, oppositional defiant disorder, emotional disturbance, and a variety of learning needs. Track record of successful collaboration with educators, academic advisors, and social workers to ensure best treatments and practices for IEP students to improve communication skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech and Language Pathologist

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School
New York, NY
03.2015 - Current

SLP

  • Provide screenings, assessments, and treatment to Middle and High school students.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to differentiate and deliver grade level curriculum
  • Attend and contribute to annual IEP meetings in developing goals and accommodations to access curriculum
  • Complete all necessary documentation for daily session notes and yearly progress notes
  • Provide training and guidance to support staff on therapeutic techniques and tools.
  • Attend all grade team and department meetings to discuss data, best practices, and program initiatives
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care and outcomes.

SLP Supervisor

  • Provided supervision to Master's level students during their clinica! practicum

Special Education Department Lead

  • Conducted professional development workshops on special education best practices and legal compliance.
  • Led multidisciplinary team meetings to review cases and strategize interventions for at-risk students.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, educators, and support staff to enhance student success.

Speech Language Pathologist

Starting Point Services for Children
New York, NY
09.2014 - 02.2015
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders in diverse populations.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance client speech and language skills.
  • Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Making Milestones
New York, NY
09.2011 - 08.2014

SLP

  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to enhance communication skills in diverse populations.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of clients' speech and language needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure holistic support for clients.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to implement effective intervention strategies and monitor progress.

SLP Supervisor

  • Provided supervision to Master's level students during clinical practicum

Speech-Language Pathologist

RCDS Early Intervention Program
New York, NY
01.2010 - 08.2011
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized education plans for children with developmental delays.
  • Provided treatment and conducted assessments to identify children's needs and track progress over time.
  • Educated families on speech and language development, fostering supportive home environments for clients.

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Netcare Inc. / RCDS Early Intervention
New York, NY
07.2009 - 12.2009
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care and support interventions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to measure progress and adjust therapeutic approaches effectively.
  • Educated families on speech and language development, fostering supportive home environments.

Education

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language-Hearing Science

La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2008

Skills

  • Articulation therapy
  • Language development
  • Client counseling
  • Individualized education plans
  • Sensory Integration
  • Phonological awareness
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Parent and caregiver training

Certification

  • New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
  • TSSLD

Timeline

Speech and Language Pathologist

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School
03.2015 - Current

Speech Language Pathologist

Starting Point Services for Children
09.2014 - 02.2015

Speech-Language Pathologist

Making Milestones
09.2011 - 08.2014

Speech-Language Pathologist

RCDS Early Intervention Program
01.2010 - 08.2011

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Netcare Inc. / RCDS Early Intervention
07.2009 - 12.2009

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

La Salle University

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language-Hearing Science

La Salle University