NAYELI CALDERON
Downey,CA
Summary
As a first-generation college student, I am dedicated to advocating for diverse populations while enhancing my cultural competence and interdisciplinary skills. Inspired by my personal experience with a stutter, I am also deeply passionate about exploring communication disorders through a neurodivergent perspective.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
B.R.A.I.N Rehabilitation Center
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated expressive and receptive language activities in a program called Let's Talk, supporting clients with aphasia and apraxia to improve communication skills.
- Collaborated with the lead speech therapist and volunteers after each Let's Talk class, to debrief and discuss strategies for future class sessions.
- Collaborated with survivors of brain injuries individually and in small groups, providing cueing techniques to enhance participation.
Intern
Speech Improvement Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Received mentorship by a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to learn clinic operations (i.e. targeting different goals, writing SOAP Notes, maximizing client progress, etc.)
- Observed and documented how the therapists performed sessions depending on the client’s goals and individual needs.
- Gained a more unique perspective of the field through collaboration with other interns.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported children with autism spectrum disorder using Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA Therapy).
- Implemented effective strategies aligned with neurodiversity.
- Collaborated with a clinical team to establish goals based on the client's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and help them reach mastery.
- Identified the client's individual needs and collaborated with parents to strengthen the support system.
Intern
Preferred Practice Speech Pathology
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted the speech therapists in creating language development activities for their clients.
- Observed early intervention sessions and occupational therapy sessions, documenting effective notes.
- Networked with the speech therapists to gain a deeper understanding of the profession.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH
12.2025
Skills
- Organization
- Patient Advocacy
- Collaboration
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership qualities
Accomplishments
California Speech Language Hearing Association - Foundational First Scholar
Certification
01/21 - Expected 12/25
Professional and Conversational Competence for Spanish Heritage Speakers
Leadership Experience
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSHLA) - Peer Mentor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer
B.R.A.I.N Rehabilitation Center
01.2025 - Current
Intern
Speech Improvement Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
07.2023 - 02.2024
Intern
Preferred Practice Speech Pathology
05.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH
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