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Stacey Romero

Stacey Romero

Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Citrus Heights,CA

Summary

A highly motivated Speech Pathology Assistant with

extensive experience in ABA programs, early intervention, and behavior management. Adept at developing lesson plans, conducting individual and group therapy to enhance communication and pragmatic skills in clients. Excels in working independently and mastering new skills efficiently.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Caretaker

Self-employed
Citrus Heights
04.2017 - 08.2024
  • My adopted daughter started showing serious emotional instability that required daily interventions.
  • Learned and navigated the IEP process to obtain appropriate educational services.
  • Learned and navigated medi-cal services and county services for mental health.
  • Utilized problem solving skills
  • Assisted in development of behavior plans and followed through with implementation.

Speech Pathology Assistant Intern

Rocklin Unified School District
Rocklin, CA
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Worked with H.S. level students on articulation, fluency, pragmatics, and language skills.
  • Developed lesson plans for language skills, pragmatics, articulation, and fluency in accordance with their goals.
  • Completed lesson documentation.
  • Conducted individual or group therapy for articulation, fluency, language, and pragmatics.
  • Collected appropriate data in group and individual settings to assist SLP track progress of the student's goals.

Early Intervention Service Coordinator

Alta CA Regional Center
Sacramento, CA
05.2005 - 04.2017
  • Conducted developmental screenings (Denver II, IDA, MCHAT) on children ages birth to 3 years.
  • Referred to local service providers for eligible services for the family and child such as: PT, OT, speech, music therapy, infant development programs, parent resources, and counseling services.
  • Developed IFSP documents and determined eligibility.
  • Referred child to local area school districts at 30 mos to start the transfer process of services and attended IEP meetings.
  • I collaborated with local agencies such as: SCOE, PCOE, and CCS.

Insurance Underwriter

Nationwide Insurance - Dunn Agency
Sacramento
11.2004 - 05.2005
  • Reviewed and evaluated insurance applications to determine acceptability of fire risk.
  • Investigated discrepancies between application information provided by customers versus third-party sources.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of existing policies in order to determine if adjustments are necessary due to changes in customer circumstances or market conditions.

Teacher - Severe/Moderate Education Specialist

Land Park Academy
Sacramento, CA
06.2003 - 06.2004
  • Taught classroom at an non-public school for children with Autism and developed individual lesson plans in accordance state standards. Taught ages from 3 yrs to 9 yrs of age.
  • Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
  • Developed individual educational plans

Behavior Consultant

Advance Kids
Sacramento
08.2002 - 06.2004
  • Utilized evidence-based practices such as Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Created individualized goals and objectives based on each client's needs.
  • Designed behavior modification programs to help individuals learn positive coping strategies.
  • Trained parents in techniques for reinforcing desired behaviors at home.
  • Collaborated with child's multidisciplinary team to ensure consisting across education, home, and recreational areas.
  • Implemented ABA programs for children with ASD that were 18 mos of age to 10 years of age.

Behavior Consultant

ABC-Applied Behavior Consultants
Sacramento
02.2002 - 08.2002
  • Explored ways for clients to better manage stressors in their lives.
  • Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with challenging behaviors.
  • Participated in regular case reviews with other staff members.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Monitored client progress utilizing data collection systems such as ABC charts and graphs.

Education

Associate of Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant

American River Junior College
Sacramento, CA
08-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

CA State University of Sacramento
Sacramento
06.2000

Skills

Therapeutic Skills:

  • Lesson Plan Creation, Communication Strategies, Assistive Technologies, Documentation, and Reporting

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Verbal and Written Communication, Attention to Detail

Timeline

Speech Pathology Assistant Intern

Rocklin Unified School District
01.2023 - 05.2023

Child Caretaker

Self-employed
04.2017 - 08.2024

Early Intervention Service Coordinator

Alta CA Regional Center
05.2005 - 04.2017

Insurance Underwriter

Nationwide Insurance - Dunn Agency
11.2004 - 05.2005

Teacher - Severe/Moderate Education Specialist

Land Park Academy
06.2003 - 06.2004

Behavior Consultant

Advance Kids
08.2002 - 06.2004

Behavior Consultant

ABC-Applied Behavior Consultants
02.2002 - 08.2002

Associate of Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant

American River Junior College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

CA State University of Sacramento
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