Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
DEGREES
Affiliations
References
Timeline
Receptionist

Marie Coester

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Professional with extensive experience in special needs, speech pathology, special education, and therapy services management. Demonstrates strong clinical skills combined with effective administrative management. Achievements include enhanced client services and improved operational efficiency. Experienced in supervising teams, coordinating efforts, and driving performance growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speakology, LLC and Look Who's Talking, PLLC
Gilbert, AZ
10.2019 - Current
  • Offered speech therapy services to developmentally delayed children in their homes.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient services, including assessments, treatments and progress notes.
  • Provided education about speech-language disorders to family members or caregivers.
  • Developed therapy activities to improve patients' communication abilities.
  • Collected and compiled data to document clients' performance and assess program quality.

Special Education Teacher (long-term substitute)

Maricopa Unified School District #20
Maricopa, AZ
02.2021 - 08.2024
  • Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students in need.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching strategies to support the learning of diverse learners.
  • Implemented positive behavior management techniques to foster an effective learning environment.
  • Participated in regular meetings with administrators, teachers, and parents to discuss student progress and interventions.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, RTI Processes, Functional Behavioral Assessments.
  • Communicated orally and in writing with students, parents and other professionals.
  • Supervised and guided assistants and aides working with students.

Clinic Director/Owner/Music Therapist

Coester Cares Therapy Services, LLC
Gilbert, AZ
12.2003 - 09.2013
  • Established a comprehensive therapy service business with a clear vision and strategic direction.
  • Led a team of 40 to 65 therapists and caregivers.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
  • Conducted regular reviews of KPIs to identify areas of improvement.
  • Implemented effective customer service model to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
  • Fostered positive work environment through training programs and team-building initiatives.
  • Offered support to new and current clients, and their families.
  • Made decisions and resolved issues using critical thinking and analytical skills.

Education

Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant -

Northern Arizona University
US
08.2018

Bachelor of Music Therapy -

Arizona State University
US
12.2002

Skills

  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Detail-oriented multitasking
  • Empathy and customer focus
  • Conflict resolution and ethical decision-making
  • Organizational skills and adaptability
  • Staff training and client support
  • Data collection and monitoring
  • Parent education and support

References

References available upon request

DEGREES

Bachelors in Music Therapy/BMUS

Affiliations

  • Cooking
  • Playing piano
  • Spending time with my family and 5 dogs

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher (long-term substitute)

Maricopa Unified School District #20
02.2021 - 08.2024

Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speakology, LLC and Look Who's Talking, PLLC
10.2019 - Current

Clinic Director/Owner/Music Therapist

Coester Cares Therapy Services, LLC
12.2003 - 09.2013

Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant -

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Music Therapy -

Arizona State University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE