Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Volunteer

Karla A. Lopez

El Paso,TX

Summary

I am a diligent Speech Language Pathologist Assistant bringing 9 years of experience and strong dedication to students. I am highly organized with attention to detail and motivated nature. I have experienced in working with students dealing with behavior problems and disabilities such as Autistic concerns negatively impacting speech. I am familiar with working in office, school and home environments. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

El Paso Independent School District
El Paso, TX
05.2016 - Current
  • Under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist work with students in individual and group formats focusing on each child's individual goals.
  • Consult with the SLP regarding current goals and needs of individual students.
  • Create fun, learning based activities focusing on improvement of articulation and language skills.
  • Facilitated therapy and lessons for students, following instructions from instructor.
  • Communicated with and treated students and teachers with respect, kindness and empathy.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers and school officials to design and implement instructional strategies.
  • Liaised with Speech Language Pathologist to conduct speech and language screening to assess needs for intervention and treatment.
  • Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
  • Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide nurturing environment for patients to thrive.
  • Assisted in client screenings concerning hearing, speech, language, voice and fluency.
  • Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.

SLPA

Circle Of Care
El Paso, TX
01.2013 - 05.2016
  • Under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist work with students in individual and group formats focusing on each child's individual goals.
  • Consult with the SLP regarding current goals and needs of individual students.
  • Create fun, learning based activities focusing on improvement of articulation and language skills.
  • Communicated with and treated clients and parents with respect, kindness and empathy.
  • Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide nurturing environment for patients to thrive.
  • Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.

Bridal Sales Consultant

Alfred Angelo Bridal
El Paso, TX
01.2009 - 08.2013
  • Sold and fitted wedding gowns for brides-to-be.
  • Met with potentials clients and gave quotes on services and general wedding costs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics With Minor in Speech Pathology

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
05.2013

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Adept at working with special needs children
  • Experienced working with elementary through high school level children
  • Able to take direction from supervisors
  • Compassionate
  • Efficient at adapting to changing demands of children's needs
  • Committed to working with other team members at attaining student goals
  • Excellent abilities in Student Rapport-Building

Timeline

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

El Paso Independent School District
05.2016 - Current

SLPA

Circle Of Care
01.2013 - 05.2016

Bridal Sales Consultant

Alfred Angelo Bridal
01.2009 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics With Minor in Speech Pathology

The University of Texas At El Paso
Karla A. Lopez