Anna Driessen
Edmonton
Summary
I am a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with hands-on experience supporting language development in early learners and delivering articulation therapy. Proficient in delivering individual, small group, and whole-class interventions, including literacy programs like Story Champs. Experienced in working with students who use AAC and committed to implementing neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practices. Collaborative team member who values inclusive, child-centered communication support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assitant (K Team)
Edmonton Catholic Schools
Edmonton, AB, Canada
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Presented whole-class lessons using the Story Champs program to support early literacy and language development.
- Supported students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, including device modeling and using chat editor to include them in whole class lessons.
- Delivered individualized and small group language therapy to kindergarten students, targeting expressive and receptive language skills.
- Collaborated closely with my SLPs, classroom teachers, and educational teams to integrate therapy goals into classroom routines.
- Collected data and documented student progress to support ongoing assessment and individualized intervention planning.
Speech Language Pathologist Assitant (K Team)
Edmonton Catholic Schools
Edmonton, AB, Canada
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Presented whole-class lessons using the Story Champs program to support early literacy and language development.
- Supported students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, including device modeling and using chat editor to include them in whole class lessons.
- Delivered individualized and small group language therapy to kindergarten students, targeting expressive and receptive language skills.
- Collaborated closely with my SLPs, classroom teachers, and educational teams to integrate therapy goals into classroom routines.
- Collected data and documented student progress to support ongoing assessment and individualized intervention planning.
Student Placement
Elves Special Needs Society Adult and Youth Centre
Edmonton, AB, Canada
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Full-time language placement with Elves special needs society.
- Learned how to provide language therapy within the classroom, in small groups and one on one.
- Received a ton of experience with AAC technology (TouchChat, Lamp, PODDs, etc) and how to do therapy with individuals with a variety of diagnosis including autism, down syndrome, trauma, and complex medical conditions.
Student Placement
Elves Special Needs Society Adult and Youth Centre
Edmonton, AB, Canada
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Full-time language placement with Elves special needs society.
- Learned how to provide language therapy within the classroom, in small groups and one on one.
- Received a ton of experience with AAC technology (TouchChat, Lamp, PODDs, etc) and how to do therapy with individuals with a variety of diagnosis including autism, down syndrome, trauma, and complex medical conditions.
Student Placement
AHS Duggan Community Health Centre
Edmonton, AB, Canada
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Full-time student placement. I learned how to give articulation therapy to the preschool and school-age population.
- I took on a caseload of six of my own clients for whom I was responsible for planning, executing, and taking data for my sessions.
- As well as always keeping parents informed on what was happening in the session and giving them material to practice at home.
Student Placement
AHS Duggan Community Health Centre
Edmonton, AB, Canada
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Full-time student placement. I learned how to give articulation therapy to the preschool and school-age population.
- I took on a caseload of six of my own clients for whom I was responsible for planning, executing, and taking data for my sessions.
- As well as always keeping parents informed on what was happening in the session and giving them material to practice at home.
Education
Highschool Diploma -
John Maland
Devon, ABSpeech Language Pathology Assistant Diploma - undefined
MacEwan University
Edmonton, ABSkills
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Creativity
- Empathy
Certification
- Class 5 GDL
- Standard First Aid, BLS
- Serve it Right
- Pro-serve
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assitant (K Team)
Edmonton Catholic Schools
05.2024 - 06.2025
Speech Language Pathologist Assitant (K Team)
Edmonton Catholic Schools
05.2024 - 06.2025
Student Placement
Elves Special Needs Society Adult and Youth Centre
03.2024 - 04.2024
Student Placement
Elves Special Needs Society Adult and Youth Centre
03.2024 - 04.2024
Student Placement
AHS Duggan Community Health Centre
10.2023 - 12.2023
Student Placement
AHS Duggan Community Health Centre
10.2023 - 12.2023
Speech Language Pathology Assistant Diploma - undefined
MacEwan University
Highschool Diploma -
John Maland