Megan Castellano
Bronx
Summary
Graduate student in Speech-Language Pathology with clinical experience in school and medical settings. Skilled in speech and language assessment, treatment planning, and data-driven intervention for pediatric and adult populations. Strong communicator with experience collaborating with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Habilitation Specialist
CFS (Center For Family Support)
10.2023 - Current
- Implement evidence-based strategies to enhance clients' social communication skills.
- Design and execute individualized programs for character development and community integration.
- Foster independence through structured life skills training and practical applications.
Airbrushing Artist Assistant
Ja7Inc
06.2021 - Current
- Managed client communications and scheduling for multiple artists.
- Coordinated inventory management and maintained accurate order records.
- Provided editorial support for children's literature publications. Administered social media and website content management.
Disability Accommodations Specialist
CAM (College And Me) Program
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Designed and implemented treatment plans targeting conversation, pragmatic language, and self-advocacy.
- Maintained timely documentation, participated in clinical debriefings, and supported communication outside sessions via emails and check-ins.
- Wrote weekly SOAP notes documenting group progress and individual contributions toward communication objectives.
- Guided students in identifying their communication strengths and functional goals within the group context.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech Pathology
Lehman College of The City University of New York
02.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Lehman College of The City University of New York
01.2023
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and therapeutic rapport-building skills
- Clear, compassionate, and culturally responsive communication
- Speech and language assessment and intervention
- SOAP note writing and clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Client and caregiver education
- Adaptability in diverse clinical settings
Certification
- MedCerts Certification
- Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Training
Language
English
Timeline
Disability Accommodations Specialist
CAM (College And Me) Program
03.2025 - 05.2025
Community Habilitation Specialist
CFS (Center For Family Support)
10.2023 - Current
Airbrushing Artist Assistant
Ja7Inc
06.2021 - Current
Master of Arts - Speech Pathology
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Clinical Experience
Lavelle School for the Blind – Externship | Spring 2026
- Provide speech-language services to students ages 18–21 who are blind or visually impaired with additional developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, Trisomy 21, and sensory-based aversive behaviors.
- Target functional communication within activities of daily living (ADLs), including identification and use of common functional objects to promote independence.
- Implement and support AAC systems, including Proloquo2Go (2- and 4-cell device), PECS, and TD Snap, to increase expressive communication and participation across environments.
Blythedale Children’s Hospital – Externship | Fall 2025
- Provide speech-language therapy within Day School, Preschool, and High School programs for medically complex children with TBI, articulation/phonological, language, and voice disorders.
- Deliver specialized interventions including Passy-Muir Valve management and AAC assessment/implementation.
- Participate in interdisciplinary co-treatments with OT, PT, nursing, and educators to support safe, functional communication.
Lehman College Speech and Hearing Center – Early Childhood Diagnostics | Fall 2025
- Conduct evaluations for multilingual infants and toddlers using standardized assessments and informal observation to assess receptive/expressive language, play, social communication, and feeding skills.
- Administer oral mechanism examinations and hearing screenings to identify developmental needs and guide referrals.
- Develop comprehensive evaluation reports and provide caregiver education to support communication growth at home.
Lehman College Speech and Hearing Center – Early Childhood Clinic (0–3) | Fall 2024
- Collaborated on the Feeding Team to provide intervention for infants and toddlers with ASD and sensory-based feeding challenges, including texture aversion.
- Implemented evidence-based, play-based therapy targeting early language, social communication, articulation, and phonological development.
- Provided caregiver coaching with practical strategies to support communication and feeding goals in daily routines.
Lehman College Speech and Hearing Center – Adult Neurogenic Clinic | Spring 2025
- Delivered individualized intervention for adults with aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and dysphagia to improve communication effectiveness and quality of life.
- Designed and facilitated individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches to maximize engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
- Supported individuals with Parkinson’s disease through LOUD CROWD SPEAK OUT!, focusing on vocal intensity, clarity, and communicative confidence.
Lehman College Speech and Hearing Center – Across the Lifespan Diagnostic Clinic | Spring 2025
- Conducted diagnostic evaluations for clients across the lifespan, including bilingual populations.
- Utilized standardized and informal measures (oral mechanism exams, hearing screenings) to assess speech, language, voice, fluency, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills.
- Produced comprehensive, culturally responsive evaluation reports with individualized, clinically relevant recommendations.