Rachel Prager
New York,New York
Summary
Dedicated college student with a passion for learning and commitment to academic excellence. Proficient in time management, collaboration, and problem-solving. Thrives in dynamic academic environments and eager to contribute skills and enthusiasm to diverse projects and opportunities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
One-on-One Instructor (Intern)
The Manhattan Children's Center
New York, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Provide individualized instruction for students with autism, implementing daily academic and behavioral programs aligned with IEP goals
- Collaborate with SLPs and OTs to co-treat and integrate communication and motor objectives
- Collect and document behavioral data to support multidisciplinary treatment planning
Research Assistant
NYU Biofeedback Intervention Technology for Speech Lab
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Contribute to studies on tech-based interventions for pediatric speech sound disorders
- Annotate acoustic data in Praat; assist with data management, equipment setup, and troubleshooting
SLP Clinical Observer
North Bergen Board of Education
North Bergen, NJ
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Observed articulation, language, and fluency therapy sessions in school-based settings
- Gained insight into diverse intervention approaches under certified SLP supervision
Senior Mentor
Boys and Girls Club of America, Northwest NJ Unit
Pequonnock, NJ
02.2021 - Current
- Facilitate inclusive after-school and preschool programs for neurotypical and neurodivergent children ages 3-14
Education
B.S. - Communicative Sciences & Disorders, American Sign Language
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, And Human Development
New York, NY05.2026
Skills
- Praat analysis
- Data documentation
- Collaborative intervention
- Leadership
- Classroom management
- Academic instruction
- Student engagement
Leadership And Involvement
- American Sign Language Club, NYU, Publicist, Vice President, President-elect, New York, NY, 01/2025-Current, Promote Deaf culture and ASL awareness through events, outreach, and social media, Oversee committees and prepare to lead the club as President in Spring 2026, strengthening community partnerships
- NSSLHA, NYU Chapter, Peer Mentor, New York, NY, 01/2023-Current, Mentor underclassmen in the CSD program, providing support on academics, clinical prep, and professional development
Hobbies and Interests
- Early intervention
- Neurodiversity advocacy
- Integrative speech therapy
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited
Timeline
One-on-One Instructor (Intern)
The Manhattan Children's Center
06.2025 - Current
SLP Clinical Observer
North Bergen Board of Education
02.2025 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
NYU Biofeedback Intervention Technology for Speech Lab
01.2025 - Current
Senior Mentor
Boys and Girls Club of America, Northwest NJ Unit
02.2021 - Current
B.S. - Communicative Sciences & Disorders, American Sign Language
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, And Human Development
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