Gianna Franceschini
Monroe,CT
Summary
Speech Language Pathologist focused on helping people of all ages develop and improve skills required for effective speech. Skilled in handling early intervention support, as well as assisting with oral-motor control, vocalization and language expression. I exhibit a confident and positive attitude, with an ability to learn efficiently in numerous situations. I have strengths in my interpersonal and effective communication skills, actively seeking out leadership roles, and affinity to create empathetic relationships with clients and families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
SLPA and CF-SLP
More To Say
03.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention techniques under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through regular progress updates and open communication channels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all therapy sessions, including daily notes, progress notes, re-evaluations, and treatment plans.
- Developed a strong understanding of ethical considerations in Speech-Language Pathology through extensive training and supervision from licensed professionals.
- Continuously assessed and adjusted therapy plans to address changing patient needs, ensuring the most beneficial interventions were implemented.
- Treated children of all ages using the SOS approach to therapy including children with severe food aversions, dysphagia in the oral phase, oral motor skills, ARFID, and extremely picky eating
Student Intern
More To Say, LLC
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Created engaging and motivating play-based activities for children ranging from 3 months old to 17 years old targeting goals and objectives in articulation, expressive and receptive language, social communication, literacy, feeding and swallowing skills, and executive functioning skills
- Worked collaboratively with occupational therapists and fellow speech language pathologist to create the most positive and successful environment for targeting goals within both disciplines
- Conducted and reviewed standardized and play-based observational evaluations in the areas of swallowing and feeding, speech, language, and literacy [Bloom and Lahey model, CELF P-3, SLDT E:NU, TILLS, Arizona-4]
- Implemented informative, thoughtful, and caregiver counseling and education for speech, language, feeding, and AAC.
Student Intern
Amity Middle School-Orange
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Speech and Language Pathologist intern at the middle school level
- Managed a caseload of 25-30 students with a range of developmental and learning difficulties
- Working closely with vocational/life skills program, including collaboration between paraprofessionals, general education teachers, psychologist, behavior management staff, and special education teacher
- Implement behavior management techniques as appropriate, to create safe and successful therapy sessions
- Conducted evaluations in the areas of speech and language [PPVT-5, EVT-5, TNL, CELF-5, CAPS, TOLD-I:5, SLDT-A, TOPS-2]
- Created professional reports and presented them in PPT meetings, detailing the students progress on certain goals/objectives, standardized test results, and future goals/objectives.
Student Intern
Amity Transition Academy
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked collaboratively with paraprofessionals, special education teachers, and other speech-language pathologist interns to provide appropriate intervention for individuals aged 18-22 years old
- Tracked data through sessions and interpreted the data with a supervising speech-language pathologist
- Addressed a range of goals and objectives geared towards communication skills within vocational and community based settings
Teacher
The Goddard School
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed a stimulating, uplifting, and encouraging classroom environment that is optimal for learning and development
- Worked alongside other teachers and birth to 3 providers to collaborate, share ideas and give or receive feedback
- Observed typically developing feeding and swallowing patterns as well as non-typical feeding and swallowing patterns
- Embraced a leadership role in the classroom, exhibiting patience, understanding, and multitasking skills
- Worked with children ranging in age from 6 months to 4 years.
Student Intern
Cheshire Fitness Zone (Teletherapy)
05.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided medical based speech and language intervention to children between the ages of four to ten years old
- Created lesson plans that were motivating to the child and encouraged participation in the session through a teletherapy platform
- Created medical SOAP notes that were professional, provided data, and tracked progress among targeted goals or objectives.
Researcher
Feeding Development and Disorders Research Study
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Participated in a research study focused on feeding development and disorders led by Dr.Memorie Gosa at the University of Alabama, approximately 36 hours of research
- Completed CITI training in the following courses: Human Research, Medical Research, and 1-Basic Course
- Completed training sessions for HIPPA privacy and security requirements
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
The University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2022
Skills
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Augmentative Communication Devices
- Swallowing therapy techniques
- Teletherapy Experience
Timeline
SLPA and CF-SLP
More To Say
03.2024 - Current
Student Intern
More To Say, LLC
01.2024 - 03.2024
Student Intern
Cheshire Fitness Zone (Teletherapy)
05.2023 - 04.2023
Student Intern
Amity Middle School-Orange
03.2023 - 12.2023
Student Intern
Amity Transition Academy
03.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher
The Goddard School
07.2022 - 09.2023
Researcher
Feeding Development and Disorders Research Study
08.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
The University of New Haven
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders
The University of Alabama
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