JAMIE N. GARRASTEGUI MORALES
Key West
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and Early Childhood Education professional with extensive experience supporting children with speech, language, developmental, and learning disorders. Strong background in special education, clinical practice, and early childhood settings. Bilingual in English and Spanish, organized, calm under pressure, and committed to helping children reach their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center Navy Base
11.2025 - Current
- Nurturing a safe environment for children to learn, play, and grow in a indoor setting.
- I work at the infants room and I help the babies with their necessities through the day.
- I make weekly observations of what I practice while playing with the babies and write down their progress.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported daily classroom activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Ensured compliance with Department of Defense childcare standards.
- Assisted with daily schedules to promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Reinforced positive behaviors through consistency, structure, and encouragement.
Educational Aide – Special Education
Aviano Elementary School
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs in a special education classroom.
- Assisted in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and adapting instructional materials.
- Provided individualized academic and behavioral support to promote inclusion and independence.
- Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and parents to monitor progress and ensure continuity of care.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Small Steps Inc.
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided therapy services following individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with teachers, psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Completed SOAP notes and maintained accurate clinical documentation.
- Supported children diagnosed with ADHD, learning disabilities, and speech/language disorders (K–6).
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Huellas Therapy Center / Escuela Elemental Haydee Rexach
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Conducted articulation and literacy screenings for school-aged children.
- Provided therapy to children with reading, writing, articulation, and language difficulties.
- Supported students diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio Evangélico Capitán Correa
Hatillo, PRBachelor’s Degree - Speech and Language Therapy
Universidad Carlos Albizu
Viejo San Juan, PR05.2012
Elementary Education Core Requirements - undefined
Universidad de Puerto Rico
Arecibo Campus05.2010
Skills
- Speech & Language Therapy Support
- Early Childhood Education & Development
- Classroom Management & Student Engagement
- Parent & Family Communication
- Progress Monitoring & Documentation
- Confidential Recordkeeping
- Team Collaboration
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
CLINICAL PRACTICE EXPERIENCE
Mammolina Centro Creativo Montessori – Guaynabo, PR
01/2012 – 05/2012
- Treated children with autism (typical and atypical), developmental delays, and pragmatic language disorders.
- Performed oral-motor massages and pre-linguistic interventions.
- Developed parent guidance brochures and referral recommendations.
Universidad Carlos Albizu Clinic – San Juan, PR
04/2012 – 05/2012
- Conducted literacy screenings.
- Provided sensory and oral-motor stimulation for infants.
- Maintained professional communication with parents and caregivers.
Clínica Terapéutica del Norte – Manatí, PR
- Conducted articulation screenings and group therapy sessions.
Centro de Terapia del Toa – Toa Baja, PR
08/2011 – 12/2011
- Conducted language screenings and therapy sessions.
- Prepared daily intervention plans, notes, and progress reports.
- Provided parent education and guidance for home support.
Certification
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
- License Number: #8485
- First Aid & CPR Certified
Timeline
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center Navy Base
11.2025 - Current
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
07.2025 - 09.2025
Educational Aide – Special Education
Aviano Elementary School
05.2022 - 04.2023
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Small Steps Inc.
05.2016 - 05.2017
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Huellas Therapy Center / Escuela Elemental Haydee Rexach
01.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Speech and Language Therapy
Universidad Carlos Albizu
Elementary Education Core Requirements - undefined
Universidad de Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Colegio Evangélico Capitán Correa