Natalie McCarthy
Decatur,IL
Summary
Speech language pathologist with expertise in communication strategies and transdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in utilizing AAC devices to enhance classroom communication and support diverse learning needs. Committed to fostering child development through tailored interventions and effective teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Tri-County Special Education Association
Bloomington, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated and treated early childhood students with diverse communication needs.
- Collaborated in problem-solving teams and transdisciplinary assessments to identify student needs and tailor interventions.
- Supervised and evaluated student clinician from ISU pursuing speech pathology assistant credential, providing guidance and feedback.
- Enabled effective classroom communication by implementing and supporting use of various AAC devices.
Speech Language Pathologist
Macon Resources Kids Connection
Decatur, IL
08.2012 - 04.2022
- Conducted comprehensive speech and language evaluations and therapy for children aged 2 to 12, addressing individual communication needs.
- Collaborated with parents to implement home-based speech therapy for children from birth to 3 years, fostering early language development.
- Developed persuasive presentations to advocate for funding from United Way, demonstrating impact of speech therapy services on children's development.
Speech Language Pathologist
Special School District of St. Louis
St Louis, Missouri
10.2009 - 05.2012
- Co-planned and co-taught with general education teachers to enhance curriculum accessibility for diverse learners.
- Developed and executed language learning strategies course to improve communication skills for high school students with language impairments.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate speech and language skills in students.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address communication challenges.
- Collaborated with educators and families to support student progress.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL12-2003
Skills
- Augmentative communication and AAC device usage
- Transdisciplinary assessment
- Child development expertise
- Classroom and team collaboration
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Tri-County Special Education Association
08.2022 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Macon Resources Kids Connection
08.2012 - 04.2022
Speech Language Pathologist
Special School District of St. Louis
10.2009 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale