Mayra Alejandra Contreras
Troy,IL
Summary
Compassionate and driven Speech Language Pathologist Assistant looking for an organization that is client-centric. Motivated by the desire to give those who are unheard a voice. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration, with a passion for leaving a positive impact on patients' lives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Northwest School District
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing tailored speech therapy sessions and tracking progress, in accordance with IEP goals.
- Collaborated with Speech-Language Pathologists to update IEP goals, on a quarterly basis.
- Worked with students from first grade through twelfth grade.
ESDM Therapist
Blue Stars Therapy
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors, and adapted therapeutic techniques to best suit individual needs of each client, in compliance with the ESDM model.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Therapy Tree
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, mental retardation, and Articulation and Phonological Processing Disorders, from 12 months to 18 years old.
- Collaborated with healthcare and educational professionals to provide comprehensive support for patients and treatment plans.
Bilingual Chiropractic Assistant
Chiro One
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Supervised both clinical and administrative duties in medical office setting.
- Scheduled appointments for patients, collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Spanish Tutor
Southern Illinois University
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Instructed students on Spanish grammar, pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary, composition and dialogue.
- Helped students raise grades with comprehensive support for conversational, reading comprehension and oral expression Spanish-language abilities.
- Helped diverse students with varying ranges of proficiency in Spanish language.
Academic Tutor
Americorps
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
- Tutored students of all ages to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
Certified Dental Assistant
8 To 8 Dental
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts, and impressions.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Certified Dental Assistant
Southside Dental Care
07.2012 - 12.2014
- Focused on radiographic imaging and training of new dental assistants.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation, to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history, and vitals from patients.
Bilingual Patient Registration Clerk
Mother And Child Center
10.2010 - 03.2012
- Welcomed all clients, scheduled services, and input patient data.
- Verified insurance and collected critical data elements to properly identify and bill patients.
- Met needs of physicians and other treating team members with timely retrievals of patient medical records.
Teacher's Aide
Hoyleton Youth & Family Services
05.2008 - 07.2010
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Assisted with maintaining orderly physical environment conducive to optimal growth, health, and safety.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology And Audiology
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2019
Skills
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Effective Communicator
- Thrives in Teams and Independently
- Speech and Language Screenings
- Bilingual Treatment Experience
- Treatment Planning Experience
- Early Intervention Understanding
- Experienced in SpedTrack
Licenses
- Missouri SLP-A License
- Illinois SLP-A License
- Arizona SLP-A License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Northwest School District
10.2023 - Current
ESDM Therapist
Blue Stars Therapy
08.2022 - 08.2023
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Therapy Tree
02.2022 - 08.2022
Bilingual Chiropractic Assistant
Chiro One
03.2021 - 09.2021
Spanish Tutor
Southern Illinois University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Academic Tutor
Americorps
08.2016 - 05.2018
Certified Dental Assistant
8 To 8 Dental
07.2014 - 03.2015
Certified Dental Assistant
Southside Dental Care
07.2012 - 12.2014
Bilingual Patient Registration Clerk
Mother And Child Center
10.2010 - 03.2012
Teacher's Aide
Hoyleton Youth & Family Services
05.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology And Audiology
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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