MARTHELVA GONZALEZ
Norwalk
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with a decade of experience in public education as a Paraprofessional. Known for unwavering work ethics, a professional demeanor, and a compassionate approach to assisting individuals with varying levels of disabilities. Proficient in providing therapy services tailored to IEP objectives in clinical and school environments, specializing in addressing speech and language disorders like fluency challenges, language delays, and speech sound disorders for students from TK through 8th grade. Committed to creating a positive difference in the lives of individuals and their families through impactful interventions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Be Heard Speech Therapy | Centinela Elementary/Middle School
03.2024 - Current
- Service students with speech and language disorders; individual and small group therapy, both Elementary and Middle School students/provide push in and pull out therapy sessions.
- Service students with an augmentative and alternative communication device (Proloquo2Go) and PECS.
- Collect data during each session and document student progress online using SEIS platform/maintain records and notes in files.
- Administer daily speech attendance utilizing Aeries Portal platform.
- Plan or adapt speech materials and scheduling/Prepare and sanitize therapy materials and equipment for use in the classroom/operate standard office equipment including computer, copier/fax and laminating machine.
- Collaborate with SLP, teachers and school staff.
- Adapt PECS and token reinforcement system to therapy sessions.
- Translate for SLP- language samples, IEP meetings (speech related), and call Spanish speaking parents as needed.
Paraprofessional | Classroom Para/ 1:1 (SDC/ELD)
ABC Unified School District
09.2011 - 02.2024
- Worked in a school setting with students ranging from TK to 12th grade from Special education, regular education and ELD classes. Provided support and guidance to the students.
- Provided instruction to the students individually, in small groups and in whole groups planned by the teacher/prepared supplementary classroom materials.
- Tracked student progress, kept detailed reports and records for each student at school.
Internship Student - SLPA
Speechcom Children’s Therapy Clinic & Gilbert High
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided therapeutic sessions to children with autism spectrum disorder and with Down syndrome.
- Documented client progress with SOAP notes.
- Coached parents on how to incorporate speech-language techniques at home.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Adapted token reinforcement system to therapy session.
- Maintained all client files and records at the clinic.
- Assisted with clerical duties.
- Provided therapy sessions for adult transition programs/Conducted off-campus visits for Adult Transition students who are doing job training.
- Solved problems and managed conflict with students/worked with students on emotional and behavior challenges.
- Provided therapeutic sessions through Cambridge Virtual Academic (online).
- Incorporated students academic projects/curriculum with therapy activities.
- Documented student progress with SOAP notes.
- Collaborated with the SLP supervisor, teachers and parents
Education
Associate of Science - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA01.2023
Certificate of Achievement - Speech-Language Pathology Aide
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA01.2020
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA01.2012
Skills
- Adaptable to new environments and situations
- Effective time management
- Kind and attentive interaction with others
- Apply creative problem-solving to address behavioral challenges
- Demonstrate enthusiasm to motivate patients during challenging treatments
- Build and sustain productive relationships with school staff and students
- Bilingual English/Spanish/ - Sign Language (moderate)
Certification
- Licensed Speech Language Pathologist Assistant | Registration Number - SPA 8232 | Current and Valid
- CPR (BLS) Certificate | Current and Valid
Timeline
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Be Heard Speech Therapy | Centinela Elementary/Middle School
03.2024 - Current
Internship Student - SLPA
Speechcom Children’s Therapy Clinic & Gilbert High
09.2022 - 12.2023
Paraprofessional | Classroom Para/ 1:1 (SDC/ELD)
ABC Unified School District
09.2011 - 02.2024
Certificate of Achievement - Speech-Language Pathology Aide
Cerritos College
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Cerritos College
Associate of Science - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Cerritos College
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