MELISSA SUND
Rocklin
Summary
Certified Speech and Language Pathologist with extensive work in preschool through 5th grade. Team player who swiftly handles changing caseloads and organized problem solver. Skilled in conducting speech, language, and AAC screenings and assessments. AAC consultant assisting speech therapists in AAC related screenings, assessments, or consultation duties. Mentored speech and language students and clinical fellows. Completed Placer County Office of Education AAC Tier II to become an AAC Implementor.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rocklin Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues by organizing workshops on current trends in speech-language pathology practices.
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, LAUSD
03.2011 - Current
- Perform formal and informal student assessments to identify speech or language disorders
- Developed speech therapy programs to meet students' needs
- Monitored and recorded students' daily progress
- Reviewed therapy programs and recommended improvements
- Developed curriculum plan and lesson plans for students with speech and/or language development delays or disabilities for a caseload of approximately 55 students between two-three different schools
- Coordinated with classroom staff to administer speech and language therapies
- Provided assessment and intervention services for bilingual children
- Provided supportive and educational counseling and/or training to parents and staff
- Provided specialized group treatment with children within and outside of a classroom setting from preschool-fifth grade
- Performed all the above duties in two after-school programs: Phonological After School Program and Intensive Language Enriched After School Program (ILEAP).
- AAC consultant assisting SLPs in screenings, assessments, training and other duties related to AAC
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT
THE LEARNING GROVE: REHABILITATION THERAPIES
01.2011 - 03.2011
- Provided specialized group treatment with children two to three years of age
CHILD DEVELOPMENT/FLOOR-TIME/BEHAVIOR THERAPIST
MCRORY PEDIATRIC SERVICES
09.2005 - 12.2010
- Work with children with varying degrees of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Help children develop routine, maintain focus during school activities and create opportunities that invite socialization.
- Curb emotional outbursts through calming strategies.
- Work with children under three who show signs of developmental delays.
- Develop activities that promote growth in Cognitive, Language, Social/Emotional, Motor and Adaptive Behavior Development.
- Provide supportive and educational consultations with all my clients' parents.
Education
M.S. - SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
California State University of Northridge (CSUN)
Northridge, CA01.2011
B.A. - CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT, MINOR: PSYCHOLOGY
California State University of Northridge (CSUN)
Northridge, CA01.2006
Skills
- Ability to write well-organized, detailed reports
- Team player in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings
- Strong ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Skilled in standard and dynamic speech and language assessments
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Profound skill in communicating effectively with a variety of people of various socio-economic and educational backgrounds
- Strong knowledge of speech and language disabilities
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Strong experience with autism and other disabilities
- Family, patient, and staff education and trainings
- Familiarity of California Ed Code regarding special education
- Strong knowledge and experience with AAC and AT
Certification
- Licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, State of California
- Certificate of Clinical Competence, ASHA
- Clear Speech Language Pathology Credential, State of California
- Assistive Technology Core Certificate
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rocklin Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, LAUSD
03.2011 - Current
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT
THE LEARNING GROVE: REHABILITATION THERAPIES
01.2011 - 03.2011
CHILD DEVELOPMENT/FLOOR-TIME/BEHAVIOR THERAPIST
MCRORY PEDIATRIC SERVICES
09.2005 - 12.2010
B.A. - CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT, MINOR: PSYCHOLOGY
California State University of Northridge (CSUN)
M.S. - SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
California State University of Northridge (CSUN)
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