Erica Schumacher
Effingham,IL
Summary
Accomplished Speech-Language Pathologist with a proven track record at Effingham Unit 40, specializing in speech sound disorders and alternative/augmentative communication (AAC). Expert in IEP writing and documentation, demonstrating exceptional collaboration skills and a commitment to enhancing student communication abilities through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Effingham Unit 40
08.2018 - Current
- Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for students with complex communication disorders.
- Write IEPs that contain goals aligning with academic success.
- Enhance speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Collaborate with special education teachers to implement a comprehensive work skills program, Coffee Cart and Heartbeats Cafe, aimed at enhancing functional and effective communication while fostering independence for students with high needs.
- Special interests in speech sound disorders and alternative and augmentative communication (AAC).
Speech-Language Pathologist
Jasper County Community Unit 1 School District
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Evaluated and diagnosed speech, language, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Enhanced speech and language development in students by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2011
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Patience and diligence
- Documentation
- IEP Writing
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
Illinois Professional Educator License, Speech-Pathology Endorsement
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Effingham Unit 40
08.2018 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Jasper County Community Unit 1 School District
08.2013 - 05.2018
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
Illinois Professional Educator License, Speech-Pathology Endorsement
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Eastern Illinois University
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