Heather Rodgers
Winona ,MS
Summary
Dynamic Certified Speech Language Pathologist with a proven track record at Winona Montgomery School District, adept at developing innovative treatment plans and enhancing communication strategies. Skilled in articulation therapy and collaboration, I excel in fostering patient progress and engaging families, ensuring effective support for individuals with speech and hearing challenges.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Winona Montgomery School District
08.1998 - Current
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
- Provided information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.
- Worked with education and medical personnel to develop strategies allowing better communication with individuals with speech and hearing impediments.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MSBachelor of Science - Speech Pathology/English
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MSSkills
- Speech-language pathology
- Progress monitoring
- Professional networking
- Continuing education
- IEP development
- Family education
- Data collection
- Articulation therapy
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Assessments
- Creativity and innovation
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Task prioritization
Accomplishments
- Achieved results through effectively helping with speech language goals.
- Collaborated with teams of teachers.
- Wrote reports with accuracy and efficiency.
- Completed paperwork with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with families.
Certification
Clinical Certificate of Competence in Speech/Language Pathology
State Board of Health License in Mississippi
Certified in CPR
Mississippi Department of Education License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Winona Montgomery School District
08.1998 - Current
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
Mississippi University For Women
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology/English
University of Mississippi
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