Summary
I am seeking a role as a speech language pathologist assistant or educator/helper in any setting. Very enthusiastic and caring person. Responsible, organized, adapt well to change and extremely easy to work with. Committed to helping others improve quality of life and education
Professional Experience
Mark R Hammond and Associates September 2015-June 2016
E-Helper
Experience assisting SLPs during sessions and preparing materials
Experience in conducting therapy via teletherapy
Experience working with students with multiple disabilities, such as Autism and Downs Syndrome
Maintaining a safe environment for the students and myself in the therapy setting
Collaborated with administration and teachers
Increased students interest and eagerness to perform and be involved
Solved problems with student/teacher scheduling that affected therapy sessions
Introduced students to different ways of learning
Gained the trust of students others had given up on
Invented reward/positive reinforcement systems
Education and Training
Kennebec Valley Community College 2015
Associate of Science: speech language pathology assistant
Graduated with high honors
Practicum hours done at Winslow elementary and Oak Grove nursing home
Courses taken provided upon requested
Certifications
Certified in CPR and first aidMaine fingerprinting background checkWilling to take classes, courses needed for the position
Skills
Being the only person physically in the room with the students during teletherapy meant translating and interpreting their needs, the SLPs wishes/needs in a way that was understandable while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
Adept at identifying needs of each child
Behavior management at work and home
Excellent communication skills
Problem solving
Stay at home Mom and babysitter September 2003-September 2015.
Advocating and providing support in all areas for my oldest child who has Selective Mutism,
Maintaining schedules and providing activities
CPR certified
First Aid certified
Maine background check