Jennifer Snider
Tremont,IL
Summary
Certified speech-language pathologist with strong skills in diagnosing and treating communication disorders. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and implementing evidence-based therapies. Known for collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Tazewell-Mason Education Cooperative
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained a caseload of 25 students with significant communication needs and intellectual disabilities (cerebral palsy, spina bifida, low functioning non-verbal autism).
- Trialed AAC devices with students and wrote evaluation reports to purchase AAC devices.
- Worked with families doing teletherapy while implementing the child's AAC device and core vocabulary into their lives at home.
- Presented student's IEP progress and evaluations at IEP/eligibility meetings.
- Evaluated children in Tazewell/Mason Counties for an educational diagnosis of autism as part of team, including the Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, and Social Worker, and the Speech-Language Pathologist (me). Administered the ADOS as part of evaluation tool, wrote file reviews, and wrote body of report, participated in classroom observations, and presented evaluation findings at eligibility reviews.
Speech Language Pathologist
Havana CUSD #126
08.2010 - 08.2020
- Evaluated students ages 3-18 using various standardized disorders across a variety of speech-language disorders and wrote detailed reports.
- Maintained a case load on average of 45 students for speech-language therapy ranging from diagnosis of autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome, Williams Syndrome, cerebral palsy, stuttering, selective mutism, language disorder, phonological/articulation disorder of speech, auditory processing disorder, intellectual disability, and hearing impaired.
- Monitored student progress according to goals.
- Case Manager for students that are speech and/or language impaired.
- Co-taught an early childhood ABA classroom with early childhood teacher center on students who were non-verbal/autism.
Speech Language Pathologist
Mason District Hospital
08.2010 - 09.2013
- Provided PRN speech therapy for outpatient, inpatient, and home healthcare.
- Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including dysphagia, aphasia, verbal apraxia, Friedrich's Ataxia, Parkinson's Disease.
Speech Language Pathologist
Illini Central CUSD #189
05.2000 - 08.2010
- Evaluated students ages 3-18 using various standardized disorders across a variety of speech-language disorders and wrote detailed reports.
- Maintained a case load of on average of 40 students for speech-language therapy ranging from diagnosis of autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, stuttering, language disorder, phonological/articulation disorder of speech, auditory processing disorder, intellectual disability, and hearing impaired.
Education
Post Master''s Certificate For DOSE
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2024
Master of Science - Communication Science & Disorders With An Emphasis In Speech Language Pathology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL2000
Bachelor of Science - Communication Science & Disorders With An Emphasis In Speech Language Pathology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL1998
Skills
- Adept at Writing Detailed Assessments
- Experience with Dysphagia Management
- Assistive Technology Expertise
- Hands-On Support for Diverse Communication Needs, including visuals and core boards
- Collaborative Communication Skills
- Aphasia Rehabilitation Experience
Certification
ASHA License #12026631
IL State License #146.007350
IL Professional Educator License # 2042135
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Tazewell-Mason Education Cooperative
08.2020 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Havana CUSD #126
08.2010 - 08.2020
Speech Language Pathologist
Mason District Hospital
08.2010 - 09.2013
Speech Language Pathologist
Illini Central CUSD #189
05.2000 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Communication Science & Disorders With An Emphasis In Speech Language Pathology
Western Illinois University
Post Master''s Certificate For DOSE
Illinois State University
Master of Science - Communication Science & Disorders With An Emphasis In Speech Language Pathology
Western Illinois University
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