Maribel Diaz
Hesperia ,CA
Summary
Dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with 10+ years of experience supporting 60+ students in diverse school settings. Skilled in AAC implementation, including Proloquo2Go, TouchChat, LAMP, and TD Snap. Provides group therapy for articulation, language, and autism spectrum disorders.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SPG Therapy- Fullerton School District
Fullerton, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Executed clerical tasks to prepare therapy materials and schedule exercises and activities.
- Assisted speech-language pathologists in conducting assessments, ensuring precise diagnoses and informed treatment strategies.
- Tracked patient progress and relayed results to supervising speech-language pathologist to enhance therapy effectiveness.
- Collaborated in the creation of visual resources utilized in therapy sessions to support student learning and engagement.
- Implemented augmentative and alternative communication strategies with Proloquo2Go, TouchChat, LAMP, and TD Snap for 25+ students, significantly enhancing their ability to articulate needs and thoughts.
- Pursued ongoing professional development to maintain expertise in current trends and best practices within speech-language pathology assistance.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Irvine School District
Irvine, CA
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided treatment to 50+ preschool and school age children in school setting with various disorders and needs, supporting individualized progress.
- Implemented treatment plans or protocols as directed by SLP, ensuring consistency and fidelity in therapy delivery.
- Collaborated with SLP and special education team during child case study meetings to discuss, strategize, and implement care delivery strategies, enhancing multidisciplinary support.
- Carried out group lessons targeting fundamental speech and language skills in classroom setting on weekly basis, increasing student engagement.
- Provided materials and implementation strategies for AAC users and coordinated AAC related activities, improving communication outcomes.
- Completed SOAP notes for student's records, maintaining accurate and timely documentation.
- Documented student's progress toward meeting established treatment objectives, supporting data-driven decision.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Therapy Lounge Center- Hawthorne School District
Hawthorne, CA
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Delivered targeted speech therapy to 60+ students with language, phonological, articulation, and childhood apraxia of speech disorders.
- Collaborated with special education students across a spectrum of disorders to tailor therapy approaches.
- Facilitated individual education program (IEP) meetings to ensure precise communication among team members.
- Assisted with clerical tasks including filing documents and translating bilingual assessment tests. Supported data accuracy through cross-checking records and recording attendance. Maintained organized filing systems for efficient record-keeping.
- Facilitated individual and group teletherapy sessions to enhance service accessibility for remote students.
- Coordinated discussions with speech-language pathologists and parents regarding speech and language progress, fostering a supportive environment for student development.
- Collaborated with education personnel to devise strategies that improve communication with individuals experiencing speech and hearing impediments.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Direct ED-Montebello Unified School District
Montebello, CA
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Assisted in providing instruction specific to area of speech and language communication to students identified as having special needs, and monitored use of augmentative devices and systems, supporting individualized learning.
- Implemented group speech therapy for 60+ students in Head-start and elementary school from Special Education and mainstream education with speech, language and autism spectrum disorders.
- Prepared therapy materials and equipment before each session, ensuring optimal organization and efficiency during treatments
- Attended and participated in IEP meetings to inform parents and teachers about student's progress and speech goals, facilitating collaborative goal setting.
- Provided support during speech pathology sessions, ensuring effective treatment and progress tracking.
- Documented clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives, supporting data-driven adjustments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-2019
Associate of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA05-2015
Skills
- AAC device proficiency
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Proficient in Progress Tracking
- Development of Therapy Plans
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Proficiency in specific speech disorders (articulation, language, fluency)
Certification
- Certified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant -Cerritos Community College
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary
Timeline
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SPG Therapy- Fullerton School District
11.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Irvine School District
10.2021 - 10.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Therapy Lounge Center- Hawthorne School District
08.2018 - 10.2021
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Direct ED-Montebello Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
California State University, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Cerritos College