Irene Ortiz
La Habra,CA
Summary
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Offering compassionate and supportive demeanor, well-suited to assist in speech and language interventions. Brings understanding of communication disorders and techniques for client engagement. Ready to use and develop skills in therapeutic exercises and patient interaction within Speech pathologist assistant role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Therapy Intern
Gascon Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Reviewed materials and gathered information for therapies on articulation of word and sound repetition, reading and word games.
- Increased patient motivation and engagement with creative, personalized activities tailored to individual needs and interests.
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Olita Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills, independence and communication goals.
- Helped with working on each students IEP goals.
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Ensured safety at all times by monitoring environments closely for potential hazards or challenges related to individual conditions or limitations.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily school learning.
- Provided personal care to maintain hygiene and prevent health problems.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Speech Therapy Intern
Rowland Heights High School
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting therapy approaches based on individual response patterns during internships at different locations or facilities.
- Supported clients'' social interaction goals by designing group therapy sessions focusing on pragmatic communication skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Therapy
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05-2025
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Emotional Regulation Support
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- ADHD Support
- American Sign Language
- treatment planning
- Articulation therapy
- speech impairments
- Motor Skills Development
- Feeding Assistance
- Social Skills Development
- Epilepsy management
- Cognitive Skills Development
- First-aid and CPR
- Down Syndrome Awareness
- Toileting assistance
- Cerebral Palsy Experience
- Caring and Responsible
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Associate of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (AA-SLPA) - Cerritos College May 2025.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- HIPAA Compliance Certification - Online Training Programs.
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) License CA Department of Health or Board of Speech-Language Pathology.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Speech Therapy Intern
Gascon Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Olita Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Speech Therapy Intern
Rowland Heights High School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Therapy
Cerritos College
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