Laura Thompson
Speech Language Pathologist
Decatur,AL
Summary
Experienced Speech Language Pathologist adept at working with students of all backgrounds and socioeconomic levels. Diagnoses issues and develops treatment plans according to established standards. Bringing 27-year background in education. Skilled ASHA and ABESPA certifications offering 27 years of experience in speech and language pathology. Expertise includes case management, intervention planning and documentation. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with methodical approach. Hardworking Speech Pathologist knowledgeable about proper diagnosis techniques and treatment strategies for communication impairments. Experienced SLP with over 25 plus years of experience in K-21 educational setting.. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Lawrence County Schools
Moulton, AL
10.1995 - 01.2022
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Treated children between ages [Number] to [Number] with speech and language development problems.
- Continually collaborated with parents and teachers to achieve speech therapy goals.
- Evaluated speech and language abilities by administering diagnostic tests.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Engaged parents and families in therapy process to support student progress.
- Wrote reports detailing interventions and student responses.
- Developed and implemented effective rehabilitative programs for patients with speech problems.
- Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
A&M University
Normal, AL05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL05.1995
Skills
- Treatment Plan Development
- Speech Exercises
- Progress Monitoring
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Hearing Tests
- Communication Strategies
- Language Problems
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Continuity of Care Records
Certification
- Licensed in Speech Language Pathology
- Certified from ASHA - CCC-SLP
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Lawrence County Schools
10.1995 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Montevallo
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