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Margaret Towsley

Downsville,NY

Summary

Hardworking graduate student finalizing master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and desiring training opportunity focused on expanding clinical skills to the school setting. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to take on new cases and support students' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional (Substitute)

Arc of Delaware County
Hamden, NY
07.2022 - Current
  • Completed necessary trainings to be best fit to work with individuals with developmental disabilities. Including training for VNS stimulation and gait belt use.
  • Developed and applied skills in behavior management.
  • Filled out daily and monthly tracking of individuals' goals via Medisked.
  • Gained experience in assisting individuals with the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.
  • Formed strong bonds with the individuals to assist in goal planning and finding fulfilling activities.

Graduate-Level Clinical Experience

SUNY Cortland Center for Speech, Language, and Hea
Cortland, NY
09.2023 - 05.2025

Gained experience in the evaluation and treatment of the following communication disorders through in-person, telepractice, and simulated modes of delivery:

  • Pediatric Sound Disorder including administration of the Goldman Fristoe Test of Articulation: 3 (GFTA:3) and the Arizona Articulation and Phonology Scale, Fourth Edition.
  • Preschool language screening including administration of the Preschool Language Scales-5 Screening Test (PLS-5 Screening Test)
  • Child and adult augmentative and alternative communication modalities
  • Adult Language Testing: Western Aphasia Battery: Revised (WAB:R) and the Cognitive Linguistic Quick Test + (CLQT+)
  • Child Language Evaluation: Diagnostic Evaluation of Language Variations (DELV)
  • Adult voice and resonance
  • Child fluency and voice

Education

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NY
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NY
05-2023

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Detail Oriented
  • Flexibility
  • Behavior Management
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Graduate-Level Clinical Experience

SUNY Cortland Center for Speech, Language, and Hea
09.2023 - 05.2025

Direct Support Professional (Substitute)

Arc of Delaware County
07.2022 - Current

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

SUNY College At Cortland

Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences

SUNY College At Cortland
Margaret Towsley