SARAH M. RENFROW
Houston,Texas
Summary
Knowledgeable Speech Language Pathologist's Assistant with solid background in assisting speech-language pathologists. Adept at implementing therapeutic plans and contributing to patient progress. Demonstrated ability in facilitating effective communication and maintaining accurate records.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist’s Assistant
Humble ISD
Kingwood, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted effective communication and self-advocacy for children within school settings.
- Implemented tailored strategies to enhance communication skills in children with a spectrum of disorders, such as autism, articulation/phonological issues, language disorders, and expressive/receptive language challenges.
- Delivered targeted group speech and language therapy, focusing on individual client objectives while complying with supervision requirements set by an SLP.
- Developed and organized educational materials for children and families participating in home-based activities.
- Maintained accurate and thorough individual data logs to document client progress toward goals and objectives for a diverse caseload of 150 clients across multiple school campuses.
- Assisted in the development of goals and objectives for assigned clients.
- Protected confidential information to uphold privacy standards and trust.
Student Clinician
Cole Health
Humble, TX
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Plan and implement play-based speech-language therapy sessions for toddler and prekindergarten age children
- Provide language rich environment to promote acquisition of receptive and expressive language skills
- Create developmentally appropriate therapy activities to promote natural language occurrences
- Consult with supervising SLP regarding current goals and needs of clients
Student Clinician
Cooper Elementary
Spring, TX
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided effective group therapy for children ages kindergarten through fifth grade
- Created educational and age-appropriate materials for speech-language therapy sessions
- Accurately completed daily documentation and data collection
- Collaborate with educational professional to support children’s goals
Hearing Instrument Specialist
NewSound Hearing Center
Kingwood, TX
07.2016 - 10.2020
- Administered complete hearing examination in accordance with Starkey HearCare clinical protocol and Texas state and federal laws including otoscopy, cerumen removal, and verified best hearing evaluations
- Conducted fitting and dispensing of the latest and most innovative hearing technology and accessories
- Provided counseling to patients to provide improved understanding of hearing loss and its effects
Newborn Hearing Screener
Mednax Services, Inc
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Performed hearing screens for newborns to detect early signs of hearing loss in a hospital setting
- Advocated for Early Intervention pertaining to the prevention of hearing loss
- Provided education to parents about the relevance of hearing screening and early intervention
- Implemented multiple procedures to maintain detailed records of patient information under HIPPA regulations
Lead Therapist
The Emerge Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
04.2012 - 09.2015
- Experienced and proficient registered line technician promoted to assist a Licensed Behavior Analyst in a clinic setting.
- Monitored data collection of target behaviors throughout the day for individual clients
- Assisted in monitoring and adjustment of routine behavior assessments and protocols
- Assisted in training of registered line technicians by modeling techniques and providing feedback approved by the supervising BCBA
- Educated staff regarding data collection for assessment and treatment protocols
- Speech-Language Pathologist Aide
- Assisted an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist in various groups settings.
- Provided a language rich environment for children with Autism, PDD, Apraxia, and developmental delays in a clinic setting.
- Provided speech and language models to individual clients as directed by the supervising Speech Language Pathologist
- Implemented individual behavior protocols as needed in speech group settings as appointed by the supervising Licensed Behavior Analyst
- Aided the SLP in treatment planning by creating new activities during art and story time for group clients
- Experience working with AAC devices and significant exposure to the Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP) program
- Home-Based Therapist:
- Chosen to provide direct client care in a client’s home through The Emerge Center’s home-based Applied Behavior Analysis program.
- Established strong relationships with every client through successful pairing techniques
- Acted as a dedicated liaison under the supervision of a professional Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst to the client families.
- Monitored, reported, and implemented behavior changes and protocols
- Suggested strategies to better chances of success a client’s specific target skills based on my observation and experience, and approved by the acting supervisor
Education
Speech and Language Pathology Assistant Certificate Program -
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders, Speech Pathology and Audiology, Psychology
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA01-2011
Skills
- Articulation therapy
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Phonological awareness
- Collaboration with SLP
Certification
Texas Assistant in Speech and Language Pathology License
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist’s Assistant
Humble ISD
08.2023 - Current
Student Clinician
Cole Health
02.2021 - 05.2021
Student Clinician
Cooper Elementary
08.2020 - 12.2020
Hearing Instrument Specialist
NewSound Hearing Center
07.2016 - 10.2020
Newborn Hearing Screener
Mednax Services, Inc
01.2016 - 07.2016
Lead Therapist
The Emerge Center
04.2012 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders, Speech Pathology and Audiology, Psychology
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Speech and Language Pathology Assistant Certificate Program -
University of Houston