Gwyneth Garcia
Coupland,TX
Summary
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with documented success providing speech and language support using augmentative communication devices and tools to enhance oral-motor skills. Assists patients with chronic speech and language impairments in healthcare and school-based settings to facilitate treatment option. Texas SLPA license and Bachelor Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Therapist Assistant
Elgin Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Managed a caseload of 80+ efficiently by prioritizing tasks effectively while maintaining a high standard of care for each patient assignment received from supervising therapists.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients with various communication disorders.
- Contributed to a positive therapy environment by efficiently managing materials, equipment, and resources for sessions.
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing individualized speech therapy plans and tracking improvements.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient progress, ensuring accurate records for future reference and treatment adjustments.
Speech Therapist Assistant
Red Rock Elementary School
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient progress, ensuring accurate records for future reference and treatment adjustments.
- Assisted in creating customized visual aids to improve comprehension among patients with diverse needs.
- Coordinated schedules with other professionals involved in each client''s care plan ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines.
- Advocate for bilingual patients and follow individualized plans for optimal success.
Speech-Language Pathologist-Observations
Sol Speech Therapy
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Shadow and observe feeding, oral motor and communication disorders during home health speech therapy sessions.
- Supported speech pathologist by engaging in group simulation activates.
- Increased experience with children exhibiting cognitive and physical developmental delays.
- Gain knowledge on departmental operations such as scheduling, record keeping, safety and availability of supplies and equipment.
Cognitive Coach
Brain Balance Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Facilitate a holistic approach for children and adults with focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, or academic deficits.
- Implement a combination of physical, sensory, and cognitive exercise to support brain connectivity.
- Increased client retention rate with personalized attention to each participant''s strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
- Fostered a supportive atmosphere by providing regular encouragement and constructive feedback to participants during training sessions.
Dining Hall Server
Westminster Retirement
08.2015 - 01.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Take residents meal orders and serve meals correctly and efficiently
- Communicate effectively with residents and attention to detail with health needs.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Child Care
First Baptist of Pflugerville
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided child care for infants to toddlers while their families attended church service; attended church-based activities to supervise the children.
- Assisted in physical care of the infants by performing tasks that included dressing, toileting, and feeding/meal preparation.
- Kept constant child headcount and oversaw sign-in and sign-out process for parents to maintain child care and safety.
- Assisted in the production of church events such as musicals, vocational bible school or holiday festivities.
Education
Diploma -
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXDiploma -
Hendrickson High School
Pflugerville, TXSpeech and Language Pathology -
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2021
Skills
- Family Support
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuing education
- Individualized treatment plans
- Schedule Coordination
- Multicultural Sensitivity
Accomplishments
Dean's List Fall and Spring 2018
NCAA Division II Women’s Cross Country All-Academic Athlete 2018
NCAA Division I Women’s Cross Country All-Academic Athlete 2020
Volunteer Experience
- Fall Dance Clinic, Pflugerville, Texas, 10/01/2015, 10/14/2015, Helped implement stand routines, dance, games, craft and stretching routines., Worked with ages 3 to 8th grade, Performance dance partner.
- Special Olympics, Pflugerville, Texas, 11/2014, 05/2017, Worked with kids that had intellectual disabilities., Assistant Coach
- Operation Turkey, Austin, Texas, Thanksgiving Day 2017, Current, Prepare, package and deliver meals to homeless and less fortunate families.
- Operation Christmas Child, Pflugerville, Texas, Month of December 2015, Current, Sort and packed gifts to be shipped.
- Disaster Clean-Up Volunteers, Stephenville, Texas, 01/2018, Provided help in cleaning yards, flood damage, removing trees, and repairing fences.
Extracurricular Activities
Tarleton XC & Track Team 2017-2019
UNT XC & Track Team 2019-2021
Timeline
Speech Therapist Assistant
Elgin Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Speech Therapist Assistant
Red Rock Elementary School
12.2022 - 05.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist-Observations
Sol Speech Therapy
12.2022 - 01.2023
Cognitive Coach
Brain Balance Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
Child Care
First Baptist of Pflugerville
01.2018 - 08.2018
Dining Hall Server
Westminster Retirement
08.2015 - 01.2019
Diploma -
Tarleton State University
Diploma -
Hendrickson High School
Speech and Language Pathology -
University of North Texas
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