Colleen Sanders
Boggstown,IN
Summary
Speech Language Pathology Assistant with strong background working in pediatrics and implementing effective treatment plans. Enhance patient motivation through engaging activities. Team player known for adaptability and reliability, focused on achieving excellent outcomes and meeting students where they are. I excel in optimizing therapy outcomes while maintaining patient confidentiality and fostering collaborative relationships within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Shelbyville Central Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Communicated with and treated students with respect, kindness and empathy.
- Performed clerical duties to prepare, modify and adapt instructional materials and equipment to meet therapy objectives.
- Reduced therapist workload by managing administrative tasks such as scheduling and billing.
- Implemented treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists.
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Documented student progress toward meeting established treatment objectives and compared progress to past data.
- Optimized treatment effectiveness by regularly monitoring patient progress and adjusting strategies when necessary.
- Assisted in client screenings concerning hearing, speech, language, voice and fluency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients with various communication disorders.
- Increased patient motivation by establishing rapport and creating engaging therapy activities tailored to individual needs.
- Supported, identified and celebrated developmental milestones to enhance relationship with patient.
- Coordinated with educational professionals to support students' speech-language goals and ensure seamless integration of therapy services within school settings.
Private Nanny
Private Family Employer
09.2020 - Current
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment for children 0-8 years old.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each of the four children's progress and needs.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted with housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05-2022
Skills
- Data collection
- Articulation therapy
- Individualized and group speech therapy
- Augmentative communication/assistive technology knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organizational abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient confidentiality
- Time management
Timeline
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Shelbyville Central Schools
08.2023 - Current
Private Nanny
Private Family Employer
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Butler University