Dayna Bezila
Cinnaminson,NJ
Summary
Dedicated speech-language pathologist specializing in tailored interventions for student populations. Expertise in conducting comprehensive evaluations and implementing innovative therapy strategies that enhance communication outcomes. Committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and effective case management to support children's unique speech and language needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mansfield Township School District
Mansfield Township, NJ
01.2006 - Current
- Delivered speech and language services through pull-out, integrated, collaborative, and consultative models to meet diverse student needs.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations and formulated recommendations as a key contributor to the Child Study Team, enhancing student support strategies.
- Managed cases for children eligible for speech and language services within the district, ensuring access to appropriate interventions and resources.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Bancroft NeuroHealth Elementary Autism Program
Haddon Heights, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Delivered pull-out, classroom-based, consultative, and collaborative interventions for children ages 5-9, enhancing communication skills and social interactions.
- Served diverse population of students diagnosed with MD or autism, tailoring approaches to individual needs.
- Coordinated weekly group sessions with in-house occupational therapist to promote integrated therapy and maximize student outcomes.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Delta School, APS
Philadelphia , PA
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Evaluated and remediated communication disorders for students ages 6-21, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively.
- Supported students with severe emotional disturbances, autism, and neurological impairments, facilitating their progress in overcoming unique challenges.
- Evaluated student speech and language skills through assessments and observations.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to each student's communication needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student speech and language goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Northeast Growth and Development Center
Philadelphia, PA
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Delivered early intervention services to enhance communication skills in children aged 3-5.
- Conducted in-house and county-wide evaluations to assess speech and language development.
- Coordinated with referral and IFSP writing teams to create tailored service plans for children.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Sunbeam Elementary School
Cleveland , OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Delivered tailored speech, language, and communication services to preschool and school-aged children with special needs, enhancing their communicative abilities.
- Collaborated with transdisciplinary teams to integrate aquatic therapy, pet therapy, music therapy, and traditional speech/language therapy, enriching therapeutic approaches.
- Served diverse population of children with multiple disabilities, orthopedic disabilities, and medically fragile conditions, addressing unique communication challenges.
- Gained hands-on experience using various assistive communication devices to support children's speech development.
- Delivered communication support services in the Cleveland City Schools environment.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Cleveland area Head Start programs
Cleveland, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Conducted screenings for preschool children to identify speech, language, and hearing deficits, facilitating early intervention strategies.
- Evaluated students' speech and language skills through assessments.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Kings Mobile Imaging
Cleveland, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team (physician, radiology technician, in-house SLP) to perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies, enhancing patient care in long-term care facilities.
- Assessed test results to recommend tailored diets and therapy plans for patients, improving individual treatment outcomes.
- Educated staff and family members on diets and feeding protocols, fostering compliance and ensuring proper care for patients.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center
Middleburg Heights, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Delivered individualized speech, swallowing, and language therapy to enhance communication and functional abilities of skilled nursing facility residents.
- Administered therapy addressing diverse communication disorders, including dysphasia, dysarthria, TBI, aphasia, trach/vent, and dementia, to improve residents' quality of life.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Therapy Link
Parma, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Delivered individualized speech, swallowing, voice, accent reduction, and language therapy to pediatric and adult populations, enhancing communication and functional abilities.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of student speech and language abilities.
- Developed individualized therapy plans tailored to each student's needs.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center and Achievement Center for Children
Broadview Heights, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Delivered targeted speech and language therapy for pediatric clients, addressing individual communication needs.
- Assessed and treated communication disorders including autism, fluency, language, voice, articulation, and phonology.
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Geauga County Head Start Program
Cleveland, OH
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Conducted formal assessments of preschool children’s speech and language abilities to identify individual needs.
- Implemented an intervention program to enhance children's awareness of pre-reading skills.
Education
M.A. - Speech-Language Pathology
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH01-2001
B.A. - Speech and Hearing Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH01-1998
Skills
- Case management
- Augmentative communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Communication strategies
- Therapy planning
- Assessments
- Creativity and innovation
Affiliations
- American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA), 01/01/01 - present
- National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association (NSSLHA), 01/01/96 - 01/01/01
Certification
- National Certificate of Clinical Competence, ASHA
- New Jersey State Licensure, Speech-Language Pathology
- New Jersey School Certificate, Speech-Language Specialist
Employment Objective
To provide exceptional speech and language intervention to the pediatric population.
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Mansfield Township School District
01.2006 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Bancroft NeuroHealth Elementary Autism Program
01.2003 - 01.2005
Speech-Language Pathologist
Delta School, APS
01.2001 - 01.2003
Speech-Language Pathologist
Northeast Growth and Development Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Sunbeam Elementary School
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Cleveland area Head Start programs
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Kings Mobile Imaging
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Southern Hills Rehabilitation Center
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Therapy Link
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center and Achievement Center for Children
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor’s Level Speech-Language Pathologist
Geauga County Head Start Program
01.1999 - 01.2001
M.A. - Speech-Language Pathology
Case Western Reserve University
B.A. - Speech and Hearing Science
The Ohio State University