Maci Dixon, M.S., CCC-SLP
Winder,GA
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with 2 years of experience and solid reputation for organization, compassion and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Dacula Elementary, Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct speech and language evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide direct therapy services targeting articulation, language, fluency, and social communication.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support communication goals in the classroom.
- Create and manage IEPs, documenting student progress and ensuring compliance.
- Participate in MTSS/RTI to support early intervention and monitor student needs.
- Communicate with families to share progress and offer at-home strategies.
- Deliver staff training on speech-language disorders and support strategies
Graduate Student Intern
Grady Health System
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assess and implement functional swallowing, speech, language, voice, cognitive, and tracheostomy care/weaning interventions related to medical diagnosis, traumatic brain injuries, and strokes
- Prepare patient-centered treatment plans to promote engagement and independence with activities of daily living
- Provide family education and training related to the patient's progress and projected plan of care
- Complete supplemental charting, evaluation reports, and progress notes in a timely manner
Graduate Student Intern
New Hope Elementary
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed and provided therapy services for children PK-5th grade with a variety of diagnoses including language disorders, speech sound disorders, ASD, severe-profound intellectual disabilities, and medically fragile.
- Led and collaborated in IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to speech/language disorders
- Completed daily notes, evaluation reports, progress reports, and IEP materials
Graduate Student Intern
Hearts and Hands Therapy Services
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted therapy sessions, and documented progress for pediatric clients with speech sound disorders, language disorders, ASD, and feeding/swallowing difficulties.
- Developed and executed diagnostic plans and produced reports detailing client's needs based on evaluation findings and caregiver collaboration
- Led individual, group, in-person, and teletherapy sessions
Graduate Student Clinician
GSU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided diagnostic and intervention services for individuals with speech sound disorders, language disorders, fluency disorders, aphasia, and Down Syndrome.
- Developed functional goals to promote growth and independence regarding patient deficits, interests, and personal goals
- Provided diagnostic services as a member of the Diagnostic Clinic Team for clients ranging 2-21
- Implemented telepractice and in-person intervention services
Education
Master of Science - SpeechLanguage Pathology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders, Interdisciplinary Disability Studies
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2020
Skills
- CPR/AED
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Creativity and innovation
- Assessments
- Adaptability
- Caseload management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Self motivation
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
Certification
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology - 14396618
Georgia Educator Certificate - 1812562
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Dacula Elementary, Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Graduate Student Intern
Grady Health System
01.2023 - 04.2023
Graduate Student Intern
New Hope Elementary
08.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Student Intern
Hearts and Hands Therapy Services
06.2022 - 08.2022
Graduate Student Clinician
GSU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders, Interdisciplinary Disability Studies
University of Georgia
Master of Science - SpeechLanguage Pathology
Georgia State University
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