MARIA GROVER
Lyles,Tennessee
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with over two decades of combined experience in speech-language pathology and special education. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), and delivering direct therapy for a wide range of speech and language disorders. Committed to enhancing student communication skills through collaborative and evidence-based practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Hickman County Schools
01.2017 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders in students.
- Collaborate with educators and families to create effective and individualized IEPs.
- Provide direct therapy for articulation, language delays, and fluency disorders.
- Integrate communication strategies into classroom environments.
- Deliver training and resources to educators to support student communication.
- Continuously monitor and adjust therapy plans based on student progress.
Special Education Specialist
New Hope Special Education Center
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Conducted assessments to evaluate individual needs and strengths.
- Developed and implemented tailored IEPs.
- Delivered instruction in one-on-one and small group settings.
- Monitored student progress and refined intervention strategies.
- Utilized positive behavior support strategies to address behavioral challenges.
Education
SLP Doctoral Candidate -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, Utah12-2025
Master of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
Tennessee State University
Nashville, Tennessee01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education
Utah State University
Logan, Utah01.2012
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of the Philippines
01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
St. Joseph’s College
01.2001
Skills
- Speech and Language Assessment
- IEP Development and Implementation
- Fluency and Articulation Therapy
- Multicultural and Bilingual Support
- Classroom Integration Strategies
- Parent and Teacher Collaboration
- AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
- Positive Behavior Support Strategies
Certification
ASHA Certified Speech Language Pathologists
Tennessee Department of Health Board of Communication Disorders and Science
Department of Education - Professional School License
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Limited Working
AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
2024 - Recipient of the ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE) in recognition of outstanding commitment to lifelong professional learning and development., 2015 - Tennessee Department of Education, Grant Recipient, Rural Speech-Language Pathology Initiative, 2011 - Golden Key International Honor Recipient at USU
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Hickman County Schools
01.2017 - Current
Special Education Specialist
New Hope Special Education Center
01.2001 - 01.2007
Master of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education
Utah State University
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of the Philippines
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
St. Joseph’s College
SLP Doctoral Candidate -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions