Melissa LeGendre
Debary,Florida
Summary
Accomplished Speech-Language Pathologist with proven expertise in diagnosing and enhancing speech and language development in children from PreK to 9th grade. Demonstrates exceptional caseload management and collaboration skills, fostering significant progress in patient communication abilities. Renowned for multicultural sensitivity and implementing effective, individualized therapy plans.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Seminole County Public School PreK Clinic
08.2019 - Current
- Evaluate and diagnose children ages 3-5 years old with speech and language disorders using standardized assessments, clinical observations, and parent interview.
- Develop individual education plans which include observable and measurable goals targeting educationally-relevant student achievement.
- Enhance speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities to target various skills levels and promote carryover skills.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Florida Speech-Language Pathology, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
- Evaluate and diagnose children KG-9th grade with speech, language, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments, clinical observations, and parent interview.
- Establish strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Successfully utilizes Theraplatform by using standardize assessments and implementing individualize therapy plans.
- Effectively manages documentation by utilizing Electronic Medical Records in weekly timeframe.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2011 - 07.2019
- Implemented group therapy sessions for children with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for children with varying exceptionalities and who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Education
Master of Education - Communication Disorders
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2007
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Patience and Tolerance
- Caseload Management
Certification
- Florida State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
- More Than Words Certification
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Seminole County Public School PreK Clinic
08.2019 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Florida Speech-Language Pathology, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2011 - 07.2019
Master of Education - Communication Disorders
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Florida
- Florida State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
- More Than Words Certification
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