Kristen (Rogers) Pugh
Summary
A Speech-Language Pathologist with 3+ years of experience in schools and private practice. A strong history in diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders, developing individualized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to enhancing student/child communication abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Patrick Elementary
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments, informal measures, and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy evidence-based sessions designed for engaging activities exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for students.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide communication strategies by providing expert consultation to administrators and teachers.
Speech Language Pathologists, Full-Time Extern
Ivy Creek Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided comprehensive evaluations and treatment in public school setting to children with Autism, severely developmentally delayed, intellectual disabilities, language impairments, articulation, auditory processing, motor speech, and fluency
- Collected and reported data, developed and wrote individualized educational plans, contributes to eligibility reports
- Collaborated with SLP team, classroom teachers, school administration, cluster team, Pre-K team, and parents to provide appropriate services for each child
Speech Language Pathologist, Full-Time Extern
EBS Children's Therapy
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team and parents to develop child-centered intervention plans with measurable and achievable goals
- Conducted screenings, administered diagnostic assessment, and interpreted results with client's history to provide appropriate diagnosis with leading SLP
- Measured clients' progress and reported on designated EMR system
SLP Graduate Clinician
UWG Comprehensive Community Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked part-time within graduate program
- Provided individual assessment and treatment to children with receptive/receptive language, phonological, and articulation disorders
- Utilized variety of evidence-based strategies/methods, including augmentative alternative communication, visual supports, and cycles approach
- Documented developments and regressions in clients' skills, making treatment adjustments as needed
- Served as volunteer at Sertoma Baseball Camp for children with communication disorders; provided hearing and language screenings
SLP High School Intern, Part-Time
K.E. Taylor Elementary School, GCPS Quest Program
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Observed mentors and assisted with any needs to gain introductory experience of SLP field
- Developed rapport with students and collected data with mentor supervision
Education
Master of Education - Speech Language Pathology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA5 2023
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA5 2021
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- SOAP Notes Expertise
- Progress Monitoring
- Caseload Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Technology Proficiency
- Attention to Detail
- Active listening
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Patrick Elementary
08.2023 - 11.2025
Speech Language Pathologists, Full-Time Extern
Ivy Creek Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Speech Language Pathologist, Full-Time Extern
EBS Children's Therapy
08.2022 - 12.2022
SLP Graduate Clinician
UWG Comprehensive Community Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2022
SLP High School Intern, Part-Time
K.E. Taylor Elementary School, GCPS Quest Program
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology
University of West Georgia
Master of Education - Speech Language Pathology
University of West Georgia
Memberships
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (2017-present)
- National Speech-Language and Hearing Association (2017-present)
- UWG American Sign Language Club (2018-2021)