Emma Foley
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Dedicated and versatile Behavior Specialist with focus on individualized child's needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in development and implementation of hands-on intervention, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Learning Behavior Specialist
LAHC - Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities
Dearborn, MI
08.2022 - Current
- Developed evidence-based curriculum for 196 children and youth with identified intellectual developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and/or other mental health disorders
- Implemented teaching procedures using evidence-based strategies
- Developed data collection method for both school and center-based cohorts
- Collected and recorded data with fidelity and reliability
- Documented all services delivered accurately and in a timely manner according to company policies and funding requirements
- Established and supported parent training and family services in congruence with implemented curriculum
- Worked cooperatively with a team; including members within the agency as well as community partners and directly with families in provision of services to meet program goals
- Developed program promotion in cooperation with agency and community partners
Waitress and Hostess
MEADOWBROOK COUNTRY CLUB
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Responsible for the prompt and precise delivery of food and beverages
- Implement sanitary food handling, holding, and service protocols
- Developed and maintain strong and lasting member relationships with a welcoming and enthusiastic demeanor
- Resolve member concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
- Ability to multi-task while working with a team
- Ardently assist in member event planning and set-up with special attention to time management and organization
Speech-Language Pathologist Undergrad Internship
Renaissance Headstart
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted with developing treatment plans intended to address speech and language deficits in collaboration with other clinical professionals based on specific student needs
- Helped students set and attain realistic goals
- Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide neutering environment for students to thrive
- Engaged in regular IEP meetings with classroom instructors and guardians to address educational, behavioral and emotional concerns related to speech therapy
- Recorded student progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist
- Performed clerical duties to prepare therapy materials and schedule exercises and activities
- Completed SOAP notes for student records
- Advocated for students and followed individualized plans for optimal success while simultaneously evaluating student progress on continuous basis
- Strategically maintained caseload of many treatment hours per week to effectively manage time
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI04.2020
Minor - Gender, Sexuality, And Woman's Studies
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI04.2020
Skills
- Intervention Planning and Documentation
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Special Education
- Expressive and Receptive Language Delays
- Client and Caregiver Communication
- Early Intervention Understanding
Additional Information
Kappa Delta Gamma Omicron Chapter WSU (Sep 2017-Present):
- Vice President Community Service (Sep 2017-Jan 2018): Planned and directed all Kappa Delta community service projects, including Prevent Child Abuse America and Girl Scout events. Served as chairman of committees that implemented all community service plans and objectives. Learned organization and leadership skills while gaining a personal appreciation of altruistic efforts.
- Academic Excellence Chairman (Jan 2018-Sep 2019): Led the Academic Excellence Program within Wayne State University chapter. Promoted a positive chapter attitude towards academics, organized tutoring sessions, and informed members of Kappa Delta scholarships. Developed a more enthusiastic attitude towards education and the importance of academic work.
- Leadership Chairman (Sep 2019-Jan 2020): Informed chapter of opportunities for campus and community involvement outside of Kappa Delta, and encouraged participation. Learned the importance of being an active participant in extracurricular activities and how to network outside of the confines of Gamma Omicron Chapter.
- Active Alumni Chapter Member (Apr 2020-Current): Participation in community service within Prevent Child Abuse America, The Woman's Confidence Coalition, and Girl Scouts.
Wayne State University Speech-Language & Hearing Association (WSSLHA) (Aug 2017-Apr 2020)
- Participated in fundraising opportunities which included raising money to donate cochlear implants, raising money for "Camp Shout Out" for children with fluency disorders, and raising money for Detroit Public Schools as well as the Wayne State Speech Clinic.
Timeline
Lead Learning Behavior Specialist
LAHC - Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities
08.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist Undergrad Internship
Renaissance Headstart
08.2019 - 04.2020
Waitress and Hostess
MEADOWBROOK COUNTRY CLUB
07.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Wayne State University
Minor - Gender, Sexuality, And Woman's Studies
Wayne State University
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