Steckline Kellan
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with a proven track record at Chesapeake Public Schools, adept at developing Individual Education Plans and advocating for student rights. Skilled in therapeutic techniques and collaboration, effectively enhanced communication skills in students with a variety of communication disorders with strategies and comprehensive evaluations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist, MA, CCC-SLP
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Advocated for student rights to access appropriate services, ensuring their needs were met within school setting.
- Monitored and documented student progress through regular assessment and data analysis, adjusting treatment plans as needed for continued growth.
- Provided training for educational staff on effective communication strategies for students with speech-language difficulties in classroom settings.
- Increased fluency in individuals who stutter by employing fluency shaping techniques and cognitive-behavioral strategies during sessions.
- Educated families on home-based therapeutic activities that supported continued progress outside of clinical sessions.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to maximize the effectiveness of therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose speech and language disorders, enabling appropriate intervention planning.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with best practices and research in the field of speech-language pathology.
- Supported early intervention efforts by conducting screenings for at-risk preschoolers and providing recommendations for further evaluation or services as needed.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address social skills development and peer interaction in children with speech impairments.
- Utilized telepractice technologies to deliver remote speech therapy services, expanding access to care for students during school closures.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Virginia Health Rehabilitation
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders for personalized treatment planning.
- Developed treatment plans for patients with communication disorders, cognitive deficits, and swallowing disorders.
- Conducted swallowing therapy with patients experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.
- Worked with medical personnel to develop strategies allowing better communication with individuals with speech and hearing impediments.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2003
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- Oral expression
- Caseload management
- Documentation and reporting
- Communication strategies
- Teacher assistance
- Hearing tests
- Administer evaluations
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist, MA, CCC-SLP
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Virginia Health Rehabilitation
08.2011 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders
Appalachian State University
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