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Kathryn Smith

Springfield,MO

Summary

Compassionate professional in the field of communication disorders, skilled at delivering productive and efficient therapy sessions. Possess specialized abilities in speech sound disorders, language development, and alternative communication methods. Excel in active listening, empathy, and clear communication, ensuring successful outcomes for clients with diverse needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Speech-Language Pathologist

Ljaffe LLC
Springfield , MO
09.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed interdisciplinary approaches to address complex cases involving multiple disabilities.

Mandarin Interpreter

Ozark Translators
Springfield , MO
07.2008 - 11.2024
  • Sat in on medical and legal meetings to provide oral translations of conversations and information.
  • Assisted with the preparation of written materials for presentations in both languages.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Compass LLC
Springfield , MO
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided individual therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.

Speech-Language Pathologist PRN

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital
Springfield , MO
10.2017 - 10.2021
  • Provided direct inpatient therapy to address impairments in communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.

Education

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
07-2016

Language Program Mandarin Chinese

Ocean University
Qingdao China
01-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Evangel University
Springfield , MO
12-2011

Skills

  • Social communication
  • Parent coaching
  • Early intervention
  • Language intervention

Timeline

Head Speech-Language Pathologist

Ljaffe LLC
09.2022 - 12.2024

Speech-Language Pathologist

Compass LLC
12.2021 - 08.2022

Speech-Language Pathologist PRN

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2021

Mandarin Interpreter

Ozark Translators
07.2008 - 11.2024

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Missouri State University

Language Program Mandarin Chinese

Ocean University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Evangel University
Kathryn Smith