Danielle Shabin
Kaneohe,United States
Summary
Currently, I am a Speech Language Pathologist employed primarily through the Hawaii State Department of Education, Windward District. At my placement, I work with the pediatric population (ages 3 - 12) and see a high number of students with Autism and developmental disabilities impacting verbal speech. As a result, I trial, provide, and implement augmentative alternative communication (AAC) frequently and I feel strongly about its efficacy in improving the language and overall lives of children on my caseload.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
CENTER FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION OF HAWAII INC
02.2025 - Current
- I am a part-time speech-generating device (SGD) trainer for the Center For Assistive Technology And Communication of Hawaii (CATCH) during their SGD Family Training Project. This is a program in which Speech-Language Pathologists meet with families in the home or via telepractice to help them learn more about their child's SGD and feel more confident in the implementation and use of it to support language and literacy.
- Part-time
Speech Language Pathologist
Hawaii State Department of Education
Kailua, Hawaii, United States
07.2021 - Current
- Providing speech and language services to the pediatric population (ages 3-12).
- Full-time
Speech Language Pathologist
Broward County Public Schools
Weston, FL
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided therapy and assessment services for the pediatric population (ages 5-11) in the public school setting. I served the IND cluster for students with complex disabilities in addition to general education students. Caseload includes therapy addressing language, articulation, fluency, voice, pragmatics and AAC.
- 2 yrs 11 mos
Speech Pathologist Extern
Holy Cross Hospital
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Facilitated diagnostic and treatment sessions in the areas of dysphagia and cognition within an acute care setting.
- 5 mos
Speech Language Pathologist Extern
Eagle Point Elementary School
Weston, FL
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist, I provided evaluations and facilitated therapy sessions in the areas of speech, language and pragmatics at a K-5 setting. It is also significant to note collaborative efforts with ESE team and teachers in regards to treatment/behavioral plans, IEP meetings and overall support staff responsibilities.
- 5 mos
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Breakthrough Therapy Services
Davie, FL
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted in a variety of speech therapy services within the pediatric private clinic environment. Followed treatment plans and protocols for clients as provided by supervising Speech Language Pathologists. Provided feedback and guidance to clients and family members regarding therapy progress.
- 2 yrs 6 mos
Behavior Specialist
YAI
Nanuet, NY
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Worked within a support team to assist six adult individuals on the Autism spectrum in their residential environment. Guided in daily goals/interests related to achieving greater independence, communicative skills and overall well-being. Trained in SCIP (strategies for crisis intervention and prevention) and responded to unique physical and mental health needs for each resident.
- 8 mos
Teacher Assistant
ARC of Rockland
New City, NY
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Teaching assistant at early intervention learning center (Prime Time For Kids) for preschool aged children with varied developmental disabilities. Aided in instruction of curriculum, arts & crafts, technology room use and general group activities. Supervised cooperative play and social learning. Encouraged children to utilize language skills more frequently and pursue social interactions/dynamic with other classmates.
- 3 mos
Education
Assistive Technology Specialist Certificate Program - Special Education and Teaching
California State University-Dominguez Hills
05.2023
Master's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Nova Southeastern University
01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
SUNY New Paltz
01.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
University at Buffalo
01.2012
Skills
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Pragmatics (Social Language)
- Collaboration and teamwork
Certification
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Member
- Hawaii State Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
- Assistive Technology Specialist Certified (Certificate Program at California State University - Dominguez Hills)
- SMoRRES Coach Certified (2024) SMoRRES is an evidence-based communication partner instruction program intended to use partner-augmented input (PAI) on a child’s existing speech-generating device (SGD) for more naturalized communication exchanges.
Languages
English: Native or bilingual proficiency
Russian: Elementary proficiency
Spanish: Elementary proficiency
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
CENTER FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION OF HAWAII INC
02.2025 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Hawaii State Department of Education
07.2021 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Broward County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
Speech Pathologist Extern
Holy Cross Hospital
05.2018 - 09.2018
Speech Language Pathologist Extern
Eagle Point Elementary School
01.2018 - 05.2018
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Breakthrough Therapy Services
08.2015 - 01.2018
Behavior Specialist
YAI
09.2014 - 04.2015
Teacher Assistant
ARC of Rockland
06.2014 - 08.2014
Master's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
SUNY New Paltz
Bachelor's Degree - Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
University at Buffalo
Assistive Technology Specialist Certificate Program - Special Education and Teaching
California State University-Dominguez Hills