Developed tailored interventions for diverse client populations, addressing various speech, language, and feeding needs
Utilized evidence-based practices in therapy sessions, ensuring the most effective treatment methods were employed.
Established rapport with clients, fostering a comfortable environment conducive to successful therapy outcomes.
Designed engaging activities that targeted specific speech-language goals while also being enjoyable for clients.
Implemented specific feeding approaches to target pediatric feeding disorder
Graduate Student Intern
Children's Neurotherapy Services
05.2024 - 07.2024
Developed innovative therapy materials to enhance client engagement, resulting in improved treatment adherence.
Implemented evidence-based techniques during therapy sessions, contributing to measurable improvements in client performance.
Established a positive and supportive rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their treatment journey.
Evaluated clients'' speech-language abilities using standardized assessments, identifying areas of need for targeted intervention.
Graduate Student Intern
Gamewell Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Built solid understanding of individual patients issues through analysis of speech and hearing evaluations.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
Administered standardized assessments and evaluated school aged children with language disorders
Graduate Student Intern
Leon Levine Interprofessional Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
Built solid understanding of individual patients issues through analysis of speech and hearing evaluations.
Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Observed and helped facilitate FEES exams
Implemented care and treatment plans for pediatric patients with feeding difficulties
Administered the ABCD-2, WAB, Pedi-Eat, EAT-10, V-RQOL, and R-BANS
Graduate Student Intern
Appalachian State Communication Disorders Clinic
01.2023 - 05.2023
Took and followed detailed directions from others.
Administered the PLS-5, GFTA, and hearing screenings as well as evaluated speech and language of children from ages 2-4
Implemented treatment plans, and made goals for clients
developed lesson plans for a variety of clients with a variety of disorders including autism, apraxia, and severe articulation disorders
Developed individual and group activities for clients
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Applachian State University
Boone, NC
12.2024
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Psychology
The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
05.2021
Skills
Over 4 years of experience in childcare
Patient Education
Communication Strategies
Documentation and Reporting
Lesson Plan Creation
Speech and Language Evaluation
Individualized Care Plans
Empathetic and patient
Culturally Competent
Time Management proficiency
IDDSI Trained
Certification
CPR Certified. American Heart Association
MBSimP Certified, University Student Access Training
Relevant Experience
Shadowing Experience: Chattanooga, Tennessee, Speech Language Reading Center, 02/2021, 03/2021
Observed Mrs. Rebecca Iwancyzk an Speech Language Pathologist in an outpatient facility. Improved patients’ speech, language and reading skills through session, treatment plans, as well as hands on activities.
Educational Assistant at Cherokee Elementary School, Johnson City, Tennessee, 09/2021-06/2022
Worked with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders. With the second graders, I worked with them in a group and we worked on reading comprehension, spelling, and grammar. With the third grade students, we worked on all subjects. I am also an RTI (resource training intervention) assistant teacher. This is a class that children come to for about 45 minutes. In this class, I have a group of first graders and we go over sight words, we read, spell, complete vowel intensives. This class is for children who need extra help in English and reading.
Graduate Assistant 01/2023-5/2024:
Assisted professors with grading, developing new course assignments, making social media page graphics, and engaging with undergraduate students who had questions
Treated adolescent children who have a stuttering problem. Planned group therapy sessions, and helped my own camper do individual therapy sessions with her to improve confidence and fluency.