Lois-Mae Pigott
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with a strong foundation in fostering collaborative relationships with parents and students, aiming to advance as a Speech Supervisor. Committed to implementing innovative strategies that enhance and promote clinician development and student achievement. Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where every student can thrive, leveraging expertise to drive positive outcomes within the organization. Eager to contribute to a team that prioritizes collaboration and excellence in speech-language services.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
NYC Department of Education
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech and language disorders.
- Developed personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance student outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, improving communication skills in diverse populations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in speech therapy techniques.
- Monitored and documented student progress, adjusting therapies as necessary for effectiveness.
- Educated families on speech development and strategies to support their children at home.
- Supervised two students for Clinical Practicum duties at Supervisor's request (2022-2024).
Speech Language Pathologist
P141K at I.S.35; P141K at I.S. 2
09.2013 - 06.2022
- Provide treatment for children in individualized and group settings in class, speech room and via tele-therapy service.
- Manage behavior using appropriately designed management techniques.
- Provide direct treatment to children with various disabilities to include autism, speech language impairments, hearing impairments, learning disabilities and intellectual disabilities.
- Provide play-based therapy, therapy incorporating games and project-based learning therapy tasks.
- Competent and experienced at integrating New York State Common Core Standards into session plans.
- Collaborate with Classroom teachers, English as a New Language (ENL) teachers and School Psychologists to provide well-rounded instruction and intervention that target cultural responsive and diverse practices as well as social emotional learning (SEL) and equitable practices.
- Conduct School-Based Assistive Technology Evaluations and worked collaboratively with the D75 Assistive Technology Team to evaluate students for augmentative and alternative communication.
- Supervised two New York City Speech Teachers for Clinical Fellowship duties at Supervisor's request (2019-2020).
- Supervised three students for Clinical Practicum duties at Supervisor's request (2018-2020).
Education
SDL / SBL - Educational Leadership And Management
State University of New York, Fredonia
Brooklyn, NY05.2013
SDL / SBL - Educational Leadership And Management
State University of New York, Fredonia
New York05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology, Speech and Hearing Science
Brooklyn College of CUNY
Brooklyn, NY02.2009
Skills
- Skills: Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook, Google Classroom, Canva, Google Slides and related components
- Strong knowledge of speech and language disabilities and ability to define / identify deficits, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Excellent knowledge of developmental screenings, assessment tools and procedures
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues
- Strong knowledge of educational procedures, policies, culturally responsive management at school and district level
- Profound and insightful skill in communicating effectively with diverse populations
- Conversant of Individualized Education Program procedures and goal writing
- Knowledgeable of the Special Education Student Information System (SESIS)
Certification
- Educational Leadership School and District Level Leadership
- Tenured Speech Language Pathologist.
- Professional Certification in Teaching Students with Speech and Language Disabilities.
- American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (ASHA) member, Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
- New York State Medicaid Provider.
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) Certificate; 11/17
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
NYC Department of Education
07.2022 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
P141K at I.S.35; P141K at I.S. 2
09.2013 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology and Audiology, Speech and Hearing Science
Brooklyn College of CUNY
SDL / SBL - Educational Leadership And Management
State University of New York, Fredonia
SDL / SBL - Educational Leadership And Management
State University of New York, Fredonia
Professional Activities
- Successfully managed four related services fairs at the district and building levels, significantly enhancing parent engagement and voice - 6/25, 10/25, 11/25, and 6/26.
- Delivered a crucial presentation on Visual Supports - Important for All Learners, on 11/7/25 and 11/14/25, emphasizing its significance in the education field.
- Collaborated with the Parent Coordinator for P141K to plan and execute a yearbook and prom for articulating students, fostering a sense of inclusion and celebration; 09/17-06/20.
- Parent Workshop – Communication Strategies; I.S. 2 Speech Department Collaboration; Remote Google Meets Platform; 03/20.
- Science LRE Pilot Program – partnered with Assistant Principal and interclass 8th-grade students at I.S. 2; 01/19 - 03/19.
- Partnered with an English as a New Language (ENL) teacher, elementary and middle school students to produce a site-wide (I.S. 35 and I.S. 2) newspaper; 09/17-06/19.
- Parent Workshop – Creative Ways to Engage your Child; Individual; 05/17.
- Parent Workshop – Incorporating Core Language at Home; I.S. 35 Speech Department Collaboration; 05/16.
- Presentation – Key Components of Social Skills Training; I.S. 35 Speech Department and Citywide Speech Services Collaboration; Presented to fellow SLPs; 03/16.
- Presentation - SLP- Roles and Responsibilities of School-Based Speech and Language Therapy; I.S. 35 Speech Department Collaboration; Presented to school staff and fellow SLPs; 10/15.
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