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Patricia Barajas

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

  • Over 5 years of experience in education and student support roles, including Substitute Teacher, Speech Proctor, Instructional Intervention Aide, and Teacher’s Aide, supporting classroom instruction and communication development.
  • Experienced in assisting structured learning environments and supporting student communication and progress, including work under a Speech-Language Pathologist as a Speech Proctor.
  • Known as dependable, patient, and adaptable, with strong ability to follow instructions and create a positive, supportive learning environment.
  • Fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing), supporting effective bilingual communication with students and staff.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech Proctor (SLP Support)

Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2025 - Current
  • Support Speech-Language Pathologist during therapy sessions for 20+ students
  • Reinforce communication goals through guided speech activities
  • Maintain structured, compliant testing and therapy environments
  • Track participation and assist with documentation

Substitute Teacher

Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Implement lesson plans and manage classroom behavior across grade levels
  • Maintain safe, organized environments following school procedures

Interpreter / Medical Records Assistant

American Health Associates
08.2008 - 04.2010
  • Translated medical information between patients and providers
  • Maintained confidential records and supported administrative tasks
  • Medical Records: Answering phones, filling, scheduling patients

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Child Development and Family Studies, Spanish

CSU Bakersfield

Associate of Arts - Communications

Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA
12-2026

Skills

  • Communication
  • Bilingual Interpretation
  • Documentation
  • Organization
  • Student Support
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • Bilingual Certification (Spanish: Reading, Writing, Speaking)
  • 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

  • Speech therapy support
  • Student engagement
  • Classroom management
  • Bilingual Spanish/English
  • Documentation
  • Organization
  • Team collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Speech Proctor (SLP Support)

Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
08.2025 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Panama-Buena Vista Union School District
08.2024 - 08.2025

Interpreter / Medical Records Assistant

American Health Associates
08.2008 - 04.2010

Bachelor's Degree - Child Development and Family Studies, Spanish

CSU Bakersfield

Associate of Arts - Communications

Bakersfield College
Patricia Barajas