Sydney Saldana
Rio Vista
Summary
Graduate student in Speech-Language Pathology, expected May 2026, seeking a Clinical Fellowship in a school-based setting. Brings experience across early intervention and elementary settings, with skills in assessment, evidence-based intervention, and data-driven decision-making. Develops individualized, education-aligned treatment plans incorporating AAC and other multimodal supports to address diverse communication needs, including speech sound, language, and social communication. Committed to collaborative, student-centered services that support functional communication and academic success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Student Clinician
Napa-Solano Pediatric Speech Therapy Group
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted child assessments during intervention visits.
- Developed strategic approaches to foster appropriate speech/language development.
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Collaborated with families to teach skills to support speech and language development in the home
Graduate Student Clinician
Vacaville Unified School District
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted assessments to evaluate speech and language development in pediatric clients.
- Collaborated with supervising clinicians to design tailored therapy plans for individual needs.
- Prepared materials and equipment for use in schoolrooms to meet therapy objectives.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance communication skills and engage children effectively.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Graduate Student Clinician
Clinic for Communication Disorders
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Assessed and documented client progression and compared with baseline and standards.
- Assisted in client screenings concerning hearing, speech, language, voice and fluency.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews, and assessments to build a complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05.2024
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Oral presentation
- Behavior modification
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical documentation
- Organizational skills
- Professional demeanor
Certification
- First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Training with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, May 2023 - current
Timeline
Graduate Student Clinician
Napa-Solano Pediatric Speech Therapy Group
01.2026 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician
Vacaville Unified School District
08.2025 - 12.2025
Graduate Student Clinician
Clinic for Communication Disorders
08.2024 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University, Chico