Melini Curtis
Mims,Florida
Summary
Dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with expertise in developing individualized treatment plans and evidence-based interventions to enhance student communication skills. Committed to fostering collaboration among educational teams to drive measurable student success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Brevard Public Schools
Rockledge, FL
08.2018 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on student assessments and progress monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support student communication goals and integrate strategies in classrooms.
- Conducted comprehensive speech and language evaluations to identify student needs and recommend interventions.
- Provided direct therapy services to students with varying speech and language disorders, ensuring engagement during sessions.
- Designed engaging group therapy activities that fostered peer interaction and enhanced social communication skills among participants.
- Developed and executed data-driven treatment plans, effectively addressing individual patient goals.
- Provided support in IEP meetings, contributing valuable insights into student progress and potential accommodations needed for academic success.
- Coordinated with teachers and other school staff to ensure a cohesive approach to students' speech-language development within the educational setting.
- Maintained accurate records of patients'' progress while adhering to HIPAA regulations, supporting ongoing assessment and intervention adjustments as needed.
- Utilized appropriate technology tools such as augmentative communication devices to aid students in achieving their communication objectives more efficiently.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Works Pediatric Therapy
Titusville, FL
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech and language disorders in pediatric populations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and client needs.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve communication skills in children.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for clients and their families.
- Educated families on speech-language development and strategies to support progress at home.
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, fluency and feeding disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Parrish Pediatric Rehabilitation
Titusville, FL
01.2005 - 06.2016
- Mentored junior clinicians, providing guidance on best practices and professional development.
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, fluency and feeding disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
- Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLBachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Language evaluation
- IEP development
- Speech sound disorders
- Pragmatic language
- Early intervention
- Collaboration with professionals
- Expressive language
- Speech assessment
- Motor speech disorders
- Articulation therapy
- Data collection
- Cognitive-communication therapy
- Autism spectrum support
- Phonological awareness
- Childhood apraxia
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Auditory processing
- Family education
- Oral motor skills
- Individualized treatment plans
- Receptive language
- Augmentative communication
- Pediatric feeding
- Language delays
- Fluency intervention
Certification
- Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
- ASHA certified
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Brevard Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Works Pediatric Therapy
06.2016 - 08.2018
Speech-Language Pathologist
Parrish Pediatric Rehabilitation
01.2005 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
University of Central Florida