Melissa LeBaron
Casper,WY
Summary
Dedicated communication health professional with expertise in speech sound disorders and language development techniques. Skilled in augmentative alternative communication systems, providing tailored solutions to meet diverse client needs. Recognized for exceptional active listening, empathy, and adaptability in fostering effective client relationships. Aiming to leverage these competencies to enhance patient outcomes and promote inclusive communication strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Child Development Center of Natrona County
Casper, WY
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development and progress.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies for improving student performance.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
Casper, WY
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff, including safety protocols.
- Interacted regularly with students throughout the day by playing games, reading stories or engaging them in creative activities.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Established relationships with parents and guardians to foster strong communication regarding their child's progress.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment to promote learning and growth in children.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula designed to stimulate physical, mental and emotional development in young children.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY05-2025
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Casper College
Casper05-2023
Skills
- Group therapy
- Data collection
- Collaboration with slps
- Augmentative communication
- Articulation therapy
- Therapy materials preparation
- Autism spectrum support
- Assistive technology
- Language intervention
- Motor speech disorders
- Early intervention
Future Goals
- I plan on continuing my education with finishing my Bachelors Degree in Communicative Disorders. Hopefully graduating spring of 2026.
- Then moving on to apply to a graduate program to obtain my license as an SLP starting spring of 2027.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Child Development Center of Natrona County
08.2020 - Current
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
08.2017 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Laramie County Community College
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Casper College
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