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Yve Kelly Shepherd

Santa Cruz,California

Summary

Over 15 years of experience of working within the community. Have a 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.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Provider

Laura Neiswander
06.2021 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage child.
  • Worked with child to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.

Instructional Aide

The Abrite Organization
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provide services using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methods for children and adolescents with Autism and ADHD
  • Collect skill acquisition and behavior reduction data
  • Observe each child's unique interest to create reinforcements that promote learning while remedying developmental delays
  • Maintain privacy and apply protocols discretely to uphold client dignity

Tutor, Supplemental Curriculum, and Caregiver

Dr. Jessica Cohen
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated learning for two dual language elementary students
  • Assisted with homework, projects, and other academics
  • Designed lesson plans for Math, Science, and Art
  • Organized field trips to expand knowledge

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Bonny Doon Community Preschool
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Communicated with parents and caregivers about child's general behavior including social and developmental progress
  • Promoted friendships and taught conflict resolution skills
  • Engaged in creative play and curriculum to encourage learning

Teacher's Assistant for 3rd-4th & 5th-6th

Bonny Doon Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assisted teachers in organizing materials and class preparation
  • Designed lesson plans for morning calendar and art
  • Taught children anti-bias curriculum

Education

Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
05.2025

B.S. - Human Development and Family Science

California State University, Monterey Bay
01.2021

A.S. - Early Childhood Education

Cabrillo College
01.2019

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goal Setting
  • Treatment Plan Development
  • Adaptability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Creativity and Innovation

Certification

Certifications

2024

MBSImP Certification of Completion


2020

Registered Behavioral Therapist


2018

Student Teacher Practicum Cabrillo College


2016

Positive Discipline (PD) PD Community Resource

Accomplishments

    2021

    Distinction in the Major Liberal Studies Department

Service Learning

Volunteer/ Summer 2023

Stroke and Disability Learning Center, Sally Weiss / Director, Aptos, C.A.


Service Learning / February - May 2021 

Licensed Speech Pathology Professional, Gretchen Gossett / Baby Talk Speech Pathology, Santa Cruz, C.A.


Service Learning / September - December 2020 

School Guidance Counselor, Bryan Anderson, Soquel High School, Santa, C.A.

Timeline

Childcare Provider

Laura Neiswander
06.2021 - 08.2024

Instructional Aide

The Abrite Organization
09.2020 - 08.2021

Tutor, Supplemental Curriculum, and Caregiver

Dr. Jessica Cohen
01.2018 - 01.2021

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Bonny Doon Community Preschool
01.2018 - 01.2020

Teacher's Assistant for 3rd-4th & 5th-6th

Bonny Doon Elementary School
09.2016 - 06.2017

A.S. - Early Childhood Education

Cabrillo College

Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology

San Jose State University

B.S. - Human Development and Family Science

California State University, Monterey Bay

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