Lori Louck
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist offering a total of 25 years of experience in the public school setting. 5 years of experience as an elementary school educator and 20 years as an SLP. Knowledgeable in all facets of Exceptional Student Education including developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and parents to create comprehensive plans that met the unique needs of students with multiple classifications and degrees of need.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School-Based Speech Language Pathologist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
- Collaborate daily with administration, general education teachers, and special education teachers on best practices for students on caseload.
- Participating member of Student Services Team.
- Administer standardized, dynamic, and informal assessments.
- Determine eligibility based on DOE policy.
- Implement therapy for students diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Microcephaly, Hearing Impairment, Williams Syndrome, Apraxia of Speech, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
- Manage average caseload of 189 students, grades PK - 12.
- Evaluate and treat fluency disorders, receptive/expressive delays, and articulation/phonology delays or disorders.
- Maintain well organized student files and documentation of services provided.
- Conduct small group and individualized therapy activities, based on differentiated learning needs.
- Evaluate and properly document effects of therapy treatment activities and adjust therapy plans to achieve maximum benefit.
- Complete computerized Medicaid billing, Individualized Educational Plans (IEP), Progress Reports, and Re-evaluations within proper timelines.
- Schedule, conduct, and participate in IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to speech and/or language therapy.
- Develop picture exchange communication boards to aid students in communicating their wants/needs and increasing understanding of classroom routines.
- Create appropriate low-tech communication books for individual student use.
- Prepare materials specifically designed for benefit of individual students.
- Participating member of summer staffing team for ESE department.
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
Advanced Health Physical Therapy, Inc.
06.2014 - 03.2018
- Conducted screenings and evaluations for adult and geriatric patients.
- Designed and executed appropriate patient-focused treatment plans and strategies for adults diagnosed with traumatic brain injury, apraxia, aphasia, neurological disorders (i.e. Parkinson's. Alzheimer's, neuromuscular diseases, dysarthria, and dysphagia.)
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers to extend continuity of care.
- Completed all required documentation / paperwork for evaluations, reevaluations, therapy session SOAP notes, and discharge planning in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
- Collaborated with physical therapists, occupational therapists, doctors, nurses, and patient's family members to provide each patient comprehensive care.
- Assisted patients with severe communication disorders with use of augmentative and alternative communication systems, including speech generating devices
- Utilized evaluation protocol for swallowing therapy referrals.
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
FirstLantic Rehab
08.1997 - 06.2012
- Provided rehabilitative speech therapy services including evaluation, interpretation of results, development of intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration for homebound Medicare, Medicaid, and self-pay patients from pediatric to geriatric.
Elementary School Teacher, Grade 4
Broward County Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1995
- Responsibilities included all facets of classroom instruction including planning, grading, conferencing, record management, and referrals for special services.
- Created and presented lessons to engage students for personal and academic growth.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians to maintain open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Houston
Houston, TX06.1990
Skills
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Active participation in IEP meetings
- Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation
- Parent and stakeholder collaboration
- Strict adherence to documentation requirements and timelines
- Skilled at working independently and in team environments
- Possess good written and verbal communication skills
- Participation in professional development activities
- Technology proficiency
- Professionalism
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competency was granted by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) in June of 1996 upon completion of my Clinical Fellowship Year. Ancillary Certification from the Department of Health for the State of Florida as a qualified Speech Pathologist.
Accomplishments
* 2023 Award for Continuing Education (ACE), ASHA
* 2004 Miami-Dade ESE Personnel of the Year Semi-finalist
* 1999 Teacher of the Year, Hibiscus Elementary, Miami
* 1997 Listed in Who's Who of American Women
* 1996 Received ASHA's Certificate of Clinical Competence
Timeline
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
Advanced Health Physical Therapy, Inc.
06.2014 - 03.2018
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
FirstLantic Rehab
08.1997 - 06.2012
School-Based Speech Language Pathologist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
Elementary School Teacher, Grade 4
Broward County Public Schools
08.1990 - 06.1995
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Houston