Nayantara (Tara) Gasper
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Early Intervention Specialist, skilled in play-based therapy and interdisciplinary collaboration. Successfully facilitated transitions for children into school settings, empowering families through effective coaching. Experienced in individualized assessments and sensory integration techniques, fostering developmental growth and strong relationships with families for optimal support.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
12 Stone Church
11.2024 - Current
- Work one on one with Elementary age Children with special needs.
- Promote a safe environment that fosters self regulation and learning.
- Collaborate with families and program coordinator to understand the child's specific needs and provide optimal service.
Early Intervention Specialist
LifePath Systems ECI
05.2001 - 12.2002
- Conducted play based therapy to elicit speech and promote positive communication methods.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for children from early intervention programs into school settings by collaborating closely with educational teams.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs, informing the creation of targeted intervention plans.
- Coordinated care on a Interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive support for each child.
- Evaluated children''s progress and adjusted interventions accordingly for continued growth and development.
- Provided ongoing support to families through home visits, phone calls, and written communication, ensuring consistent progress monitoring.
- Empowered parents through coaching on how to effectively implement strategies at home that would foster their child''s development.
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication for effective collaboration.
Education
Master of Science - Human Development And Early Childhood Disorders
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX12-1998
Skills
- Play-based therapy
- Developmental disabilities awareness
- Inclusion strategies
- Sensory integration techniques
- Multicultural competence
- Speech and language therapy
- Individualized assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Parent coaching and support
Certification
Texas Interagency Council On Early Childhood Intervention
Certificate Number: 02-2340 (09/27/2001
Timeline
Volunteer
12 Stone Church
11.2024 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist
LifePath Systems ECI
05.2001 - 12.2002
Master of Science - Human Development And Early Childhood Disorders
The University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology
The University of Texas At Dallas
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