Kylie Bush
St Charles,IA
Summary
Enthusiastic future speech-language pathologist with experience in both child care and research-based communication studies. Skilled in observation, transcription, and child engagement strategies that promote language development. Seeking to advance knowledge and clinical expertise through a graduate program focused on school-based speech-language pathology.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Assistant Teacher
First Step Learning Centers
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Coordinated daily activities to promote physical, emotional, and intellectual growth in children.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Kept children between 11 months - 12 years old safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Wait Staff Member
Gilroy's Kitchen Pub & Patio
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Mentored new hires through the training process, ensuring they became productive team members quickly and efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-pressure dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order processing and delivery.
Daycare Assistant
Love-A-Lot Early Childhood Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Organized educational materials and resources to support diverse learning styles.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere.
Daycare Assistant
Interstate 35 Little Roadrunner Child Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in daily classroom activities, fostering engaging learning environments for children.
- Supported implementation of curriculum by leading age-appropriate educational activities.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to create individualized care plans for diverse needs.
- Monitored children's behavior and development, providing feedback to parents and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2026
Research Experience
Undergrad Research Assistant: Clinical Linguistics and Disparities Lab (Director: Philip Combiths): University of Iowa (August 2024- Present)
- Transcribed round 1 & 2 adult audio files for a longitudinal DLD language study (ITOLD) using CLAN system and CHAT procedure
- Multiple child language samples at a nonprofit low-income organization (NCJC)
- Became mentor for new members in the ITOLD project and guiding them through conflicts (since August 2025)
Certification
- CPR Certified
- First-Aid Certified
- Essentials Childcare Preservice Online Training
- Universal Precautions for Iowa Early Childhood and School-Age Professionals Training
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training
Languages
Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
First Step Learning Centers
08.2025 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Love-A-Lot Early Childhood Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
Wait Staff Member
Gilroy's Kitchen Pub & Patio
05.2024 - 08.2025
Daycare Assistant
Interstate 35 Little Roadrunner Child Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Science
University of Iowa