- Enjoy participating in exercise mindfulness and for overall physical and mental well-being
- Volunteering
- Cooking
Karen Kruse
Davenport,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Pursuing Full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amergis Educational Staffing – In Person, Travel
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided speech-language services to school-age children in California
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
Speech-Language Pathologist
VocoVision – Telepractice
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided speech-language services to school-age children in California
Speech-Language Pathologist
Pearson Virtual Schools - Telepractice
02.2013 - 10.2022
- Provided speech-language services to school-age children in California, Georgia, Ohio, and Idaho
- Presented to the SLP department on a variety of topics on several occasions
Speech-Language Pathologist
PresenceLearning – Telepractice
09.2011 - 03.2013
- Provided speech-language treatment to school-age children in Texas and California
- Formally recognized for outstanding creativity and contributions on three occasions during the2011-2012 school year
- Designated Team Lead for Texas Virtual Academy
- Conducted online1:1 training sessions as well as monthly online “Office Hours” in an open enrollment, Q & A format
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rio Grande Speech Therapy Group
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Provided evaluation and treatment in the clinic setting to school-age children with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD
- Provided evaluation services in the elementary school setting
- Supervised a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant during the2010-2011 school year
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders & Speech Science
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Speech & Hearing Sciences
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.1991
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- Creativity and innovation
- Technology proficiency
- Oral expression
- Relationship building
- Interpersonal communication
- Problem-solving
- Written communication
Certification
- American Speech-Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence, July1998-present; Certification number1201006
- Currently licensed in Iowa (#01301), California (#SP19504), and Georgia (#SLP008399)
Awards
American Speech-Language Hearing Association Award for Continuing Education, January2018, April2021
Interests
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amergis Educational Staffing – In Person, Travel
03.2024 - 12.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist
VocoVision – Telepractice
11.2023 - 03.2024
Speech-Language Pathologist
Pearson Virtual Schools - Telepractice
02.2013 - 10.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist
PresenceLearning – Telepractice
09.2011 - 03.2013
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rio Grande Speech Therapy Group
08.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Speech & Hearing Sciences
Arizona State University
- American Speech-Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence, July1998-present; Certification number1201006
- Currently licensed in Iowa (#01301), California (#SP19504), and Georgia (#SLP008399)
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders & Speech Science
University of Colorado Boulder
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