Cynthia Konow-Brownell
San Diego
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience at San Bernardino City Unified School District and San Diego City Schools, skilled in therapeutic interventions and data analysis. Proven track record in developing individualized education plans and enhancing communication strategies, while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to achieve significant improvements in student outcomes. Services provided to a Deaf and Hard of Hearing population included assessment in American Sign Language, Cochlear Implant habilitiation, and classroom support.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist/DHH
San Diego City School District
San Diego
07.1999 - 06.2024
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress and speech to make needed adjustments to treatment.
- Provided direct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to improve the communication of patients.
Elementary Vice Principal
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino
08.1993 - 06.1999
- Developed instructional methods and content for educational or student activity programs.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
Special Education Program Specialist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino
07.1990 - 06.1993
- Attended conferences, seminars, workshops, or other events related to special education programs or services.
- Facilitated meetings between IEP teams, including parents and outside agencies, to discuss student progress and needs.
Speech-Language Pathologist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino
07.1989 - 06.1990
- Developed individual or group activities or programs in schools to deal with behavior and speech problems.
- Analyzed results from diagnostic tests and wrote comprehensive reports summarizing findings.
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Bassett Unified School District
La Puente
07.1986 - 06.1989
- Developed individual or group activities or programs in schools to deal with behavior and speech problems.
- Implemented new programs that enhanced existing services provided by the agency.
- Actively participated in case conferences involving multidisciplinary teams from various agencies.
Education
Clear Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA05-1993
Preliminary Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Redlands, CA08-1991
Master of Arts - Communicative Disorders
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-1986
Rehabilitative Service Credential - Communicative Disorders
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-1986
Skills
- Speech therapy
- Data analysis
- Therapeutic interventions
- Assessment techniques
- Augmentative communication
- Individualized education plans
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist/DHH
San Diego City School District
07.1999 - 06.2024
Elementary Vice Principal
San Bernardino City Unified School District
08.1993 - 06.1999
Special Education Program Specialist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
07.1990 - 06.1993
Speech-Language Pathologist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
07.1989 - 06.1990
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Bassett Unified School District
07.1986 - 06.1989
Clear Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
University of Redlands
Preliminary Administrative Credential - Educational Administration
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Arts - Communicative Disorders
California State University, Northridge
Rehabilitative Service Credential - Communicative Disorders
California State University, Northridge
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