Giana Ontiveros
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and Co-Lead specializing in supporting clients of all ages with communication needs in clinical and educational settings. Expertise in treatment planning, progress documentation, AAC implementation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Leads team mentoring, fosters effective communication, and delivers client-centered care while advancing clinical knowledge toward licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-lead speech pathology assistant
Smalltalk pediatric therapy
San Diego, California
09.2025 - Current
- Act as a resource for SLPs and SLPAs, providing support, sharing clinical resources, and collaborating to enhance workflows.
- Educate family caregivers on therapeutic techniques to support carryover and understanding of client communication needs.
- Collaborate with other health professionals to support coordinated care for patients.
- Complete accurate progress notes documenting client performance and progress towards treatment goals.
- Apply knowledge of various insurance requirements and documentation guidelines to support accurate clinical records and compliant service delivery.
- Support strategic planning meetings to align department goals with team productivity and efficiency.
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SAN MARCOS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
La Costa Meadows
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed individualized and group lesson plans tailored to each client’s unique speech and language goals, abilities, and therapeutic needs.
- Collaborated with speech therapists to deliver targeted speech services for elementary students in general and special education classes.
- Prepared therapy materials and visual supports to enhance student engagement and facilitate effective practice.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress through documentation and data entry.
- Organized and maintained confidential student records and assessment data, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and school district confidentiality procedures.
Registered Behavior Technician
CORTICA
Carlsbad, California
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Implemented BCBA's behavior plan to support clients on the autism spectrum
- Guided clients through daily tasks to enhance independence and communication skills
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals (BCBA, physical therapist, music therapist, etc.) to update clients' treatment plans for optimal support
- Collect accurate data during all sessions for BCBAs to track improvement of goals
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Audiology
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM07-2024
Speech Language Pathology Assistant Certification
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY
Loma Linda, CA03-2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS
San Marcos, CA06-2021
Some College (No Degree) -
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA05-2018
Skills
- AAC Device Usage
- Augmentative Communication
- Insurance compliance
- Data management
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem solving
- Training and mentoring
- Leadership
- Collaborative
- Organization
- Time management
- Adaptability
Certification
- Speech Language Pathology Assistant in California
Timeline
Co-lead speech pathology assistant
Smalltalk pediatric therapy
09.2025 - Current
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SAN MARCOS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2022 - 06.2025
Registered Behavior Technician
CORTICA
09.2021 - 09.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Audiology
Eastern New Mexico University
Speech Language Pathology Assistant Certification
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS
Some College (No Degree) -
California State University, Stanislaus