Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with background in diagnosing and treating childhood communication disorders. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, utilizing evidence based practices to enhance speech and language skills. Demonstrates ability to build strong rapport with students, and families, leading to improved outcomes. Contributed to multidisciplinary teams by sharing insights and strategies that support overall student progress.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Sunnyside Unified School District
Tucson
08.2009 - Current
Experience with the elementary, preschool, and head-start populations.
Fostered positive relationships between families and school staff members who are providing specialized services.
Supervised graduate students during their clinical training rotations.
Attended IEP meetings to provide input regarding a student's communication needs.
Worked with patients and other clinical professionals to develop treatment plans for speech impediments and issues.
Provided direct therapy services including articulation, fluency, voice, receptive and expressive language, and cognitive-communication.
Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
Utilized augmentative and alternative communication systems when necessary.
Developed treatment plans for speech and language disorders based on individualized assessments.
Advised parents on ways to support their child's speech and language development at home.
Collaborated with other professionals to facilitate the development of effective intervention strategies.
Administered speech and hearing evaluations to better understand patient speech impediments.
Conducted screenings to identify communication delays or deficits in children and adults.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05-2006
Skills
Early intervention
Receptive Language
Expressive language
Articulation therapy
Pragmatic language
Phonological awareness
Speech sound disorders
Alternative communication
Speech and language assessment
IEP development
Individualized treatment plans
Certification
ASHA CCC Certification
AZDHS AZ State License
IVP Fingerprint Clearance
CPR Certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
Irma Gomez-Sanchez MA CCC-SLP, Preschool/Child Find and Head Start lead, co-worker
Natashia Novak M.Ed., Early childhood Sped. Teacher, co-worker
Jennifer Cardenas EdS, NCSP, School Psychologist, co-worker
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2009 - Current
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
New Mexico State University
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