SHAKTHE PRIYA SANKAR
Waltham,MA
Summary
An insightful graduate student Speech-Language Pathologist with experience working across a spectrum of hearing, communication, and swallowing disorders across various age ranges throughout my bachelor's and ongoing graduate degree. Adept at developing and implementing effective, individualized interventions, I am now actively seeking a Clinical Fellow position. My goal is to contribute my skills in providing accurate evaluations and educational resources while furthering my professional growth in a supportive clinical environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist Intern
Lasellvillage
Newton, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in the evaluation and treatment of patients at the facility for a wide variety of communication and swallowing disorders.
- Attended case conferences and provided progress reports on patients' progress towards goals.
- Monitored and recorded patient data in an electronic health records software system.
- Instructed caregivers in strategies to facilitate the development of speech and language skills at home.
- Maintained a safe environment during treatment sessions by ensuring safety protocols were followed properly.
- Developed activities that encouraged active participation from clients while providing therapeutic intervention.
- Consulted with interdisciplinary teams regarding patient care plans and goals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Student Speech Language Pathologist
Ithaca College
Ithaca, United States
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Center for Life Skills at Longview: Led a holistic interdisciplinary program, providing therapeutic activities tailored for adults recovering from neurological impairments and brain injuries.
- Pre-K Language Enhancement Program: Led a community-based initiative aimed at fostering communication skills in preschool-aged children. Emphasized early literacy and age-appropriate social language development.
- Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic: Led the delivery of Speech-Language Pathology services for diverse clients, focusing on articulation, enhancing pragmatic skills, and addressing voice and resonance disorders.
- Conducted hearing screenings at both the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic and during events organized by Special Olympics.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Ithaca College
Ithaca, United States
08.2022 - 12.2023
- In my role as a graduate/teaching assistant, I supported various classes and labs while also contributing to the materials room for the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I collaborated with my team of fellow SLP students and faculty to create educational videos focusing on oral motor mechanical exams and hearing screenings, approaching them from the perspective of an SLP's scope of practice.
Student Speech Language Pathologist
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU)
Chennai, India
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Perceptual and instrumental evaluation(bedside and detailed) and analysis of speech, language, swallowing and voice disorders.
- Speech, language and feeding therapy for individuals with Intellectual Disability, Autism, Stroke, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Cleft lip and palate, Voice, and Stuttering management.
- Group therapy for individuals with language disorders.
- Rendered speech and language therapy services at Vidhya Sudha, Sri Ramachandra Learning Center for children with special needs.
- Total Clinical Hours completed - 613 hours. (Clinical Observation - 36 hours 30
minutes; Client Contact - 562 hours 30 minutes; Community-Oriented Professional
Practices - 14 hours).
Student Audiologist
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU)
Chennai, India
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Performed audiological evaluation, newborn hearing screening program, hearing aid selection and programming, Cochlear implant evaluation, mapping and follow-up.
- Provided aural rehabilitation, and early intervention for children with hearing impairment.
- Worked in Auditory Processing Disorder clinic: use of specialized tests and providing strategies to improve auditory perception.
- Total Clinical Hours Completed - 570 hours 45 minutes. (Clinical Observation - 18
hours 15 minutes; Client Contact - 537 hours 30 minutes; Community Oriented
Professional Practices- 15 hours).
Education
Graduate Studies - Speech Language Pathology
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY05-2024
Bachelor in Audiology And Speech Language Pathology - Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
SRIHER (DU)
Chennai, TN, India06.2021
Learn and master sign language(ASL) -
Legacy learning systems (Udemy)
First step korean -
Yonsei University (Coursera)
Skills
- Decision Making
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Leadership
- Ability to Work in a Team & Interpersonal skills
- Communication Skills
- Creativity
- Empathy & Compassion
- Computer Skills: Professional skills in using Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe photoshop, Intelligent Hearing Systems, Hearing Aid fitting and programming software (Starkey, Widex, Phonak), Cochlear Implant mapping software (MED-EL, Advanced Bionics), speech/voice evaluation software (Praat V 6112, MDVP)
- Client evaluation and treatment planning
- Resourcefulness
- Diverse
Awards
- First place in Video Making (category: Group) - Indian Speech- Language and Hearing Association (12/2020) Topic: Awareness on use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
- Third place in Video Making (category: Group) - Indian Speech-Language and Hearing Association (12/2020) Topic: Awareness on Stuttering behaviors and management techniques.
- 4th Rank in Meme Making (category: Group) - Society for Feeding & Swallowing Disorders, India (06/2021)
- Best Overall Performance in Theatre Fest - 'Spotlight' ( category: Group) - 'LUMIERE'- Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU) (09/2019)
Presentations Teaching Experience
- Speech Clinical Presentation, Department of Speech Language & Hearing Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU), 01/2021, Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract Exercises
- Audiology Clinical Presentation, Department of Speech Language & Hearing Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU), 02/2021, St. Gabriel's curriculum for the development of audition, language, speech, cognition
Materials Developed
- Alzheimer's awareness day - Development of posters and awareness videos
- International sign language day - Development of posters and awareness videos
- Stuttering awareness day - Development of posters and awareness videos
- AAC awareness month - Development of posters
- CLEFT awareness week - Development of posters
- Electronics and Acoustics Project - Developed a Bone Conduction Vibrator(functional) through up-cycling
- Voice awareness day - Development of an awareness video
- Dysphagia Awareness month - Development of awareness posters and memes for Society for Feeding and Swallowing Disorders, India
- Developed a comprehensive List of children's book based on Hanen's communication levels in Tamil Language
References
- Laura Bear, lbear@ithaca.edu
- Rajalakshmi R, specialeducator.slhs@sriramachandra.edu.in, +91 7401482017
Extracurricular Activities
Student member at The International Club of Ithaca College (ICIC), Ithaca
Hobbies and Interests
- Performing Indian classical dance and various forms of cultural artwork, creative painting and crafts have been my favorite interests since primary school. It aids me in unwinding, relaxing, and enhancing my creativity.
- I've developed an interest in learning new languages as they allow me to understand different cultures. As a first step, I've studied Korean Language through Coursera platform from Yonsei University with a beginner's certificate, and American Sign Language from Udemy.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist Intern
Lasellvillage
01.2024 - Current
Student Speech Language Pathologist
Ithaca College
08.2022 - 12.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Ithaca College
08.2022 - 12.2023
Student Speech Language Pathologist
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU)
12.2017 - 06.2021
Student Audiologist
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU)
12.2017 - 06.2021
Graduate Studies - Speech Language Pathology
Ithaca College
Bachelor in Audiology And Speech Language Pathology - Audiology And Speech Language Pathology
SRIHER (DU)
Learn and master sign language(ASL) -
Legacy learning systems (Udemy)
First step korean -
Yonsei University (Coursera)
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