Maria Almazan
Edinburg,Texas
Summary
Focused Speech Language Pathologist Assistant offering many years' experience and a passion for patient care. Strong work ethic and motivated to support patients in realizing individual targets. Desiring a long-term position with a growing group.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Therapist Assistant
Class A Therapeutic & Educational Services
, TX
10.2017 - 03.2024
- Provided speech therapy services to middle school and high school students in educational settings.
- Implemented speech-language therapy treatment to meet goals and objectives from the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) of each student.
- Worked towards the improvement of communication to help students achieve their maximum potential in learning, social, prevocational/vocational, and recreational activities.
Speech Therapist Assistant
Therapy R Us
Weslaco, TX
09.2014 - 12.2019
- Provided speech therapy for children in a clinical setting.
- Maintained organized documentation and patient files.
- Utilized visual aids such as flashcards or charts during sessions to facilitate effective communication between therapist and patient.
- Educated caregivers about strategies that can be used at home to improve verbal communication skills.
Speech Therapist Assistant
Cool Kidz Therapy
Donna, Texas
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided speech therapy to help children improve articulation, language skills and academic performance.
- Implemented individualized therapy for preschool and school aged children with language delays and articulation disorders.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
Speech Therapist Assistant
Exceptional Pediatric Therapy
Houston, Texas
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Provided speech therapy services to children with developmental, neurological, and genetic disorders in both a clinical and home health setting.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to speech pathology practices.
- Utilized visual aids such as flashcards or charts during sessions to facilitate effective communication between therapist and patient.
- Advocated for patient needs and implemented personalized treatment plans to maximize effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Texas-Pan American
Edinburg, TX06-2011
Skills
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Progress monitoring
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Data collection
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Speech Therapist Assistant
Class A Therapeutic & Educational Services
10.2017 - 03.2024
Speech Therapist Assistant
Cool Kidz Therapy
10.2017 - 10.2018
Speech Therapist Assistant
Therapy R Us
09.2014 - 12.2019
Speech Therapist Assistant
Exceptional Pediatric Therapy
11.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Texas-Pan American
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