Skyler Jefferson
Houston
Summary
Focused Speech Language Pathologist Assistant with a passion for patient care. Well organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organization sills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Dedicated to working with people of all ages in need of assistance with developing foundational speech abilities. Passionate and energetic Speech-Language Pathology Assistant designing activities to develop language and articulation skills. Manages and monitors progress through raw data collection and communicate developments in progress reports.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Let's Talk About It Speech Therapy, PLLC
Houston, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Recorded patient progress.
- Documented clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives.
- Created thinking-based action plans, mapped social behaviors and completed functional behavior plans for students with disabilities.
- Performed clerical duties to prepare therapy materials and schedule exercises and activities.
- Maintained clean and safe work area and adhered to safety standards to provide nurturing environment for patients to thrive.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Performed support duties such as preparing materials, keeping records and scheduling activities.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Documented clients’ progress toward meeting established treatment objectives
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Abilities Therapy and Consulting, LLC
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Documented client progress with SOAP notes.
- Assisted patients with determining, planning for and achieving individual treatment goals.
- Collected and compiled data to document client performance and assess program quality.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments.
- Provided consultation to educators advising on communication strategies to better accommodate individuals with speech issues.
- Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw, tongue, and breathing mechanisms.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
SLP Intern
KinderCare Learning Centers
Collierville, TN
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
- Supported children’s social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities
- Organized snack time and nap hours
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
- Assisted speech-language pathologists to remediate or develop speech and language skills
- Helped patients set and attain realistic goals
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendless, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Mississippi
University, MS08.2022
High School Diploma -
Center Hill High School
05.2018
Skills
- Licensed SLP-A
- Medicaid Billing
- PLAAFP Form
- IEP Familiarity
- Progress Reports
- First Aid / CPR
- Computer Skills
- Fluently in Sign Language
- SOAP notes Expertise
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Planning & Organizing
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Good Work Ethic
- Early Intervention Understanding
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Active Listening
- Data Management
- Critical Thinking
- Materials Preparation
- Articulation Therapy
Additional Information
- Received 30 clinical observations hours at the University of Mississippi by observing SLP’s in the clinic in Oxford MS. Received additional observation hours at Southern Pediatric Therapy in Hernando MS. Filled out SOAP notes in class. Observed and watched SLP’s hands-on with children with different disorders. Also observed at Building Blocks Pediatric in Southaven MS, shadowing SLP’s for hours to receive more hands-on experience.
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Let's Talk About It Speech Therapy, PLLC
08.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Abilities Therapy and Consulting, LLC
09.2022 - 08.2023
SLP Intern
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Center Hill High School