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Kate Preston

Oviedo,FL

Summary

University of Central Florida undergraduate student with over 2 years of experience special needs children and elementary-age classroom management. Aspire to pursue a Masters degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and work as a pediatric speech - language pathologist.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Waitress

Gino's Pizza and Pasta
01.2023 - Current
  • Ability to show an attention to detail while multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Use communication skills with customers and staff to uphold a professional and polite mannerism
  • Committed to collaboration within the work environment to ensure a positive experience for the customer

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Seminole County Schools
12.2022 - Current
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Preform various behavior management strategies to ensure a positive learning environment for children
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.

Internship Student

Conductive Education Center Of Orlando
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Work hands on with children with cerebral palsy and rare genetic disorders through a 200 hour internship.
  • Practice a Hungarian based medical and educational program to enhance independence and mobility.
  • Practice oral motor exercises to promote speech and the use of AAC devices.
  • Have experience with encouraging AAC device usage, providing gastronomy tube (G-tube) and bathroom care for children.

Aftercare Counselor

St. Luke's Lutheran School
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Implemented behavioral intervention plans to reduce negative behaviors.
  • Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.

Shadowing Student

Speak Easy Solutions
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Shadow a pediatric speech- language pathologist in a private practice setting earing a total of 60 hours
  • Observe treatment of clients with a variety of speech disorders such as: expressive language delay, stuttering, childhood apraxia of speech, and speech sound disorders
  • Observed how the speech- language pathologist set goals for the child to improve their communication through techniques such as articulation exercises, language games, and social communication strategies
  • Observed the speech- language pathologist communicate with parents and provide family-centered practice to maximize progress

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Seminole Ridge Community High School
Loxahatchee, FL
06.2021

Associate of Arts -

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
06.2021

Skills

  • Behavior Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Experience with Alternative and Augmentative Communication
  • Imaginative Play-Based Learning
  • Special Needs Care
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • HIPPA Knowledge
  • Empathy and Compassion

Certification

  • Substitute Teacher Certificate, Seminole County Schools - 2023
  • Program Experience- Certificate of Internship, CECO - 2023
  • HIPAA Compliance Training Certification- 2021 and 2023

Timeline

Waitress

Gino's Pizza and Pasta
01.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Seminole County Schools
12.2022 - Current

Internship Student

Conductive Education Center Of Orlando
08.2022 - 01.2023

Aftercare Counselor

St. Luke's Lutheran School
01.2022 - 08.2022

Shadowing Student

Speak Easy Solutions
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

University of Central Florida

High School Diploma -

Seminole Ridge Community High School

Associate of Arts -

Palm Beach State College
Kate Preston