Rachael .Rome
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Results-driven Speech-Language Pathologist known for exceptional communication and organizational skills. Experienced in assessing and treating speech and language disorders, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
Adams 12 5 Star Schools
08.2008 - 06.2025
- Conducted assessments to identify speech and language disorders in students.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to support student communication goals.
- Monitored progress and adjusted interventions based on student performance data.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.
- Optimized treatment outcomes by staying current on evidence-based practices and consistently incorporating new research findings into therapy sessions.
Ramblin' Re-Imagineer
RAFT - Resource Area for Teachers
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted educators in learning to upcycle different materials using critical thinking skills and STEAM standards for hands on learning with students in the classroom.
- Taught multiple professional development courses across the state (public schools, private schools, CDE, state preschool programs, etc.) with a focus on teaching students to use language based critical thinking strategies and the scientific method to scaffold their projects.
- Planned and implemented social gatherings for non-profit fundraisers.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Burtis & Noel Speech Language Center, Inc
07.1990 - 08.2003
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
- Led workshops on speech-language pathology advancements for professional development of team members.
- Advocated for clients' needs within community resources to ensure optimal support services availability.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on topics related to early intervention strategies for speech and language delays in young children.
- Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
- Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and accommodations in educational settings.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-1988
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communication
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TX05-1986
Skills
- Areas of Specialty: Fluency Disorders, Traumatic brain injury, Speech Sound Disorders, Executive Function Disorders, ASD Disorders, Therapeutic Music Integration, Multisensory Integration Story Grammar/Literacy based therapy, problem solving based learning
- Previously Certified TOT of LETRS - Literacy Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling Early Childhood
- Multi-Disciplinary approach in coordination with other OT/PT, EC, BT and other educators or related service specialists
- Self motivating/initiating, high energy, timely, organized
- Able to communicate with parents/educators in an easy to understand manner making sure there is accurate comprehension of conversation content and the rationale behind therapy interventions and suggestions
- Innate connection with children of all personality and energy types; I meet the child where they are emotionally before we get down to addressing difficult goals
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, American Speech Language and Hearing Association 1988 - Present
Timeline
Ramblin' Re-Imagineer
RAFT - Resource Area for Teachers
01.2018 - 10.2018
Speech and Language Pathologist
Adams 12 5 Star Schools
08.2008 - 06.2025
Speech-Language Pathologist
Burtis & Noel Speech Language Center, Inc
07.1990 - 08.2003
Master of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communication
University of Texas At Austin
Teacher of the Year, Anson Jones Elementary, Dallas Independent School District, 1991
As a young and energetic SLP, I was able to integrate literature and theater skills into my student's different therapies allowing them opportunities to showcase their newly learned skills while courageously performing in front of peers, teachers and family members. Many of my students also entered the school science fair and did behavioral studies on their own speech/language areas of need, resulting in high performance awards and exposure in the newspaper for their accomplishments. As a result of my caseload's accomplishments, I was voted as Teacher of the Year by the Faculty of Anson Jones Elementary, which at the time had 1,300 lower socio-economical students in south Dallas.