Developmental Therapist
Tammy Washburn
Self-employeed
Kyle,TX
Summary
Dynamic Early Intervention Specialist, adept at implementing play-based therapy and individualized assessments. Skilled in crisis intervention, parent and case management. I successfully enhanced child development outcomes through tailored strategies and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Work History
Homeschool Teacher
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans at hearing to grade level Texas, essential knowledge and skills
- educational records with college prep focus
- Successfultraitioned to public high school
Director of Respite Care Non-profit
- Founded free respite care program for Hayes county families with children who have developmental delay or disability; Monthly parents night out with one: one care provided for children with disabilities and they're typically developing siblings
- Developed monthly curriculum
- Trained volunteers and managed 40+ volunteers caregivers and participating families
- Community outreach and networking with commun resources
Adoption Specialist
- Birth mother support and advocacy
- Responsible for thoroughly and compassionately handling all legal documents pertaining to the adoption
- Travel as necessary: Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Waco, Temple, Killeen
Adoption Specialist
- Birth mother support and advocacy
- Responsible for thoroughly and compassionate handling, all legal documents pertaining to the adoption
- Travel as necessar: Austin, San Antonio, Houston Temple, Killeen,Waco
Early Intervention Specialist
- Assessed developmental needs of children and families creating individualized intervention plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- implemented evidence based strategies to promote our development and family engagement
- and adjusted intervention based on ongoing assessment and feedback
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for pediatric clients with speech and language disorders
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic care
- Monitored client progress and documented results to aid in treatment adjustments and goal setting.
Early Intervention Specialist
- Assessed developmental needs of children and families to create tailored intervention with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective treatment strategies.
- Monitored progress and adjusted interventions based on individual client outcomes.
- Educated families on early childhood development and available resources, and case management
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology/Audiology
Master of Arts - Special Education
Skills
Play-based therapy
Developmental disabilities awareness
Inclusion strategies
Sensory integration techniques
Autism spectrum disorders
Assistive technology implementation
Parent coaching and support
Crisis intervention strategies
Individualized assessment
Behavior modification techniques
Excellent communication
Active listening
Documentation accuracy
Case management proficiency
Timeline
Homeschool Teacher
Self-employeed
2012 - 2024
Director of Respite Care Non-profit
Open Hearts Respite
2014 - 2020
Adoption Specialist
Little Flowers Adoption
2013 - 2015
Adoption Specialist
Children’s Connections Inc.
2012 - 2015
Early Intervention Specialist
MHMR Travis County
2006 - 2009
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Pediatric Therapy Associates
2004 - 2006
Early Intervention Specialist
ECI of Tarrant County
2002 - 2004
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts from Speech Language Pathology/Audiology
Texas State University
Master of Arts from Special Education