Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Clinical Experience
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
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Toniann Prestigiacomo

Staten Island,NY

Summary

My professional objective is to obtain a Clinical Fellowship (CF) position in speech-language pathology, allowing me to further develop my clinical skills and apply my academic training in real-world settings. I am particularly interested in gaining experience across diverse populations, including early intervention, high school, and medical settings. My goal is to expand my expertise while helping both children and adults achieve the highest possible quality of life through evidence-based speech and language interventions. The hands-on experience I have gained during my clinical rotations has strengthened my passion for the field and continues to motivate me as I transition into my role as a future SLP.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Person Centered Care Services
08.2023 - Current
  • Support individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living tasks and community engagement.
  • Assist with personal care, meal prep, and medication reminders.
  • Implement care plans, encourage self-advocacy, and promote independence.
  • Document progress and collaborate with families and professionals.

Behavioral Technician

Proud Moments Aba
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support clients' developmental progress.
  • Conducted one-on-one sessions, reinforcing positive behaviors and communication skills effectively.
  • Monitored client interactions, providing feedback and adjustments to treatment strategies as needed.

Home care provider

1st Choice Home Care
06.2020 - 11.2021
  • Followed care plans and home regulations.
  • Ensured safety practices were consistently implemented.
  • Assisted in feeding, bathing and dressing.
  • Took part in a few housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe atmosphere for patients.

Education

Masters - Speech-Language-Hearing-Sciences

Kean University, Union NJ
Union, NJ
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language-Hearing-Sciences

Kean University, Union NJ
Union, NJ
05.2024

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team
  • Quick learner, easily adapts to new environments
  • Experience in leading and motivating teams
  • Efficiently prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

Certification

  • CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider
  • HIPAA Privacy Training

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Person Centered Care Services
08.2023 - Current

Behavioral Technician

Proud Moments Aba
08.2022 - 05.2024

Home care provider

1st Choice Home Care
06.2020 - 11.2021

Masters - Speech-Language-Hearing-Sciences

Kean University, Union NJ

Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language-Hearing-Sciences

Kean University, Union NJ

Clinical Experience

Susan E. Wagner Highschool — Graduate Clinician

  • Provided speech and language therapy to adolescents with diverse communication needs
  • Targeted articulation, language, and social-pragmatic skills in individual and group sessions
  • Developed and implemented IEP-based goals and therapy plans
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to support student success in the classroom

Richmond University Medical Center — Graduate Clinician

  • Conducted evaluations and provided treatment for adults with communication and swallowing disorders in a medical setting
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions for aphasia, dysarthria, and dysphagia
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary medical teams to support patient care
  • Documented sessions and tracked patient progress using clinical data.

The Sensory Studio — Undergraduate Intern 

  • Completed administrative tasks supporting speech therapy, and peer socialization.
  • Assisted SLPs and OTs during therapy sessions through observation, material preparation and data support.

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

  • Early Speech and Language Development
  • Anatomy and Physiology of Ear and Speech Mechanism
  • Basic Audiology
  • Phonetics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Statistics