Dedicated Speech Language Pathologist with strong collaboration and patient advocacy skills. Experienced in developing individualized education plans and implementing evidence-based interventions to enhance communication skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Granbury ISD
Granbury, TX
08.2010 - Current
Conducted comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify student needs.
Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's communication goals.
Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance students' speech and language skills.
Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student progress in communication abilities.
Provided professional development workshops for staff on speech-language strategies and best practices.
Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
Served as Lead Speech Pathologist for 5 years - attending Lead Speech meetings at Region XI, considering workloads/caseloads of speech therapist in the district, and working directly with the Special Education Director to support the speech team.
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Lake Worth ISD
Lake Worth, TX
01.2008 - 07.2010
Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech and language development in students.
Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to specific communication needs and goals.
Implemented evidence-based therapies to enhance speech, language, and cognitive-communication skills.
Collaborated with educators and parents to support student learning and progress in communication abilities.
Led professional development workshops for staff on effective strategies for supporting students with speech impairments.
Designed engaging group therapy activities that fostered peer interaction and enhanced social communication skills among participants.
Provided speech-language services within the classroom to support the communication needs of students in a bilingual learning environment.
Speech Therapy Assistant
Lake Worth ISD
Lake Worth, TX
09.2005 - 01.2008
Assisted in implementing individualized therapy plans for students with communication disorders.
Supported the lead speech therapist for therapy and progress monitoring for client development.
Facilitated small group therapy sessions to enhance articulation and/or language skills among diverse student populations.
Developed educational materials and resources to promote effective communication strategies in classroom settings.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Texas
12-2007
Bachelor of Science - Communication Science Disorders
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX
05-2005
Skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Multicultural sensitivity
Speech and language evaluation
Patient advocacy
Caseload management
Progress monitoring
Relationship building
Flexible
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
Texas License # 103983
ASHA # 12112495
Languages
Sign Language
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
Granbury ISD
08.2010 - Current
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Lake Worth ISD
01.2008 - 07.2010
Speech Therapy Assistant
Lake Worth ISD
09.2005 - 01.2008
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Science Disorders
Speech Language Pathologist at Jackson County EI/ ESCE/ a program of Douglas ESDSpeech Language Pathologist at Jackson County EI/ ESCE/ a program of Douglas ESD