Rawann Elhalawani
Smithtown,NY
Summary
Driven and detail-oriented Speech-Language Pathologist with a proven commitment to delivering superior client outcomes. Skilled in clear and effective communication, fostering collaboration with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2023 - Current
- Provide speech therapy services within a Special Education 6:1:1 classroom, collaborating closely with teachers and students in a co-teaching model to enhance communication outcomes.
- Focus on language acquisition for students with autism, addressing receptive and expressive language development to foster effective communication.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify the need for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and facilitate their integration into students' daily routines.
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of each student, ensuring alignment with IEP goals and educational objectives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress, adjust strategies, and support students in achieving communication milestones.
Speech Pathologist
QSAC Day School
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided in-person speech services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, aged 5 to 21 years.
- Treated children with diverse communication difficulties, including articulation, phonological processing disorders, pragmatic disorders, and language impairments.
- Administered functional assessments, screenings, and language samples to evaluate communication skills.
- Documented detailed prognoses, treatment plans, therapy responses, and progress notes.
- Participated in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings and assisted in compiling student data.
- Prepared quarterly progress reports and managed caseloads using EASYTRAC.
- Collaborated weekly with state-licensed Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Physical Therapists (PTs) to discuss caseloads and coordinate care plans.
Speech Pathologist
New York Speech
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided in-person and teletherapy speech services for clients across the five boroughs.
- Worked with clients ranging in age from 2 to 40 years.
- Diagnosed and treated adults and children with communication difficulties, including articulation, phonological processing disorders, fluency, pragmatics, and language impairments.
- Administered norm-referenced tests, functional assessments, screenings, and language samples to evaluate communication skills.
Speech Pathology Intern
Brookside Nursing Center
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Completed 95 clinical hours under the supervision of ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.
- Identified and assessed individuals at risk for cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders, working with clinically, culturally, and linguistically diverse populations.
- Provided treatment for patients with communication and swallowing disorders in an inpatient setting.
- Gained clinical experience in assessing and intervening with conditions such as childhood and adult apraxia of speech, dysphagia, voice disorders, and cognitive-communication impairments.
Speech Pathology Intern
Berry Hill Elementary School
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Completed 140 clinical hours under the supervision of ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.
- Conducted assessments and provided therapy for kindergarten through fifth-grade students in areas such as language, articulation, pragmatics, and modified picture exchange communication.
- Supported push-in therapy for children in Special Education classrooms.
- Attended Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings and assisted in compiling data for each child.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech Pathology
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY01.2018
Skills
- AAC Implementation: Proficient in assessing and integrating AAC devices
- Diagnostic Testing: Skilled in functional and norm-referenced assessments
- Therapy Delivery: Experienced in in-person, teletherapy, and push-in services
- Specialized Interventions: Expertise in treating autism, pragmatic social skills, and language development
Certification
- TSSLD Certified
- DASA Certified
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2023 - Current
Speech Pathologist
QSAC Day School
11.2021 - 08.2023
Speech Pathologist
New York Speech
12.2020 - 05.2022
Speech Pathology Intern
Brookside Nursing Center
02.2020 - 03.2020
Speech Pathology Intern
Berry Hill Elementary School
09.2019 - 01.2020
- TSSLD Certified
- DASA Certified
Master of Arts - Speech Pathology
St. John's University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. John's University
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