Skilled Speech-Language Pathologist with 25 years of experience and solid reputation for organization, compassion and attention to detail. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support patients' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive clinical professional.
Speech-Language Pathologist for children in Early Intervention through school age with a variety of communication disorders
Manage a caseload of up to 25 clients per week
Developed and implemented Policy and Procedures in compliance with Federal, NYS, HIPAA, and FERPA requirements
Provide multi-sensory therapeutic activities oriented to meeting each child’s unique IEP/IFSP goals
Fluent in administering and interpreting standardized speech and language tests necessary for identifying individual deficits
Prepare detailed daily reports, 6-month reports and annual review reports
Attend and participate in CPSE/IFSP meetings advocating for clients
Collect qualitative and quantitative data for each student to measure progress
Work directly with families and caregivers to maximize carryover by giving clear, concise explanations of strategies
Collaborate with other professionals such as Special Education Teachers, classroom teachers, Behavioral Specialists, Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists to provide appropriate therapy to children receiving treatment in more than one domain
Responsible for private insurance and Medicaid Billing
Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped
New York City Board of Education
09.1999 - 05.2003
Developed and carried out lesson plans and activities specific to each child’s IEP goals for caseload of 72 students
Administered standardized speech and language tests for evaluations and annual re-evaluations
Prepared diagnostic reports
Worked closely with other support staff to develop individualized therapy for children with variety of needs
Attended and participated in CSE meetings
Participated in and lead professional development activities and trainings.
Education
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology -
Adelphi University
Garden City, New York
05.1999
Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders -
State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, New York
12.1996
Skills
Collaboration and Teamwork
Multicultural Sensitivity
Team Collaboration
Relationship Building
Interpersonal Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Adaptability and Flexibility
Adaptability
Analytical Skills
Creativity and Innovation
Multitasking
Caseload Management
Certification
ASHA Certification
New York State License for Speech-Language Pathology
New York State Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH)
New York State Department of Health, Early Intervention Provider
Training in the Needs of Students with Autism
Training in Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment
Private Practice Therapist at Therapy Pathways Speech-Language Services, PLLCPrivate Practice Therapist at Therapy Pathways Speech-Language Services, PLLC