COLLINS B. SCOTT

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a speech-language pathologist.

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Communication Disorders, Western Kentucky University, 2013.

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Eastern Kentucky University, 2007.

PREVIOUS TEACHING AND CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

2014-2016 – Duval County Public Schools – Speech-Language Pathologist

Instructed students individually and in groups in the classroom.

Created an enjoyable learning environment for students in the classroom by implementing homeroom teacher's guidelines.

Implemented a discipline plan that promoted student responsibility using a positive approach.

Focused instruction for students through activities and mini-lessons that were age appropriate and multi-leveled.

September to November 2013 – Greenwood Nursing and Rehab Center – Externship

Performed evaluations and developed appropriate goals and objectives for adult patients in areas of cognition, psychological behavior maintenance, safety precautions, and swallowing.

Directed and administered speech therapy techniques that assisted in the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities of speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing.

Established prior level of function baselines and managed cognitive-linguistic decline within the facility.

Collaborated with occupational and physical therapy teams to provide treatments for clients.

August 2012 to December 2013– WKU Department of Communication Disorders & Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex – Graduate Assistant

Scheduled therapy times for 100+ clients.

Assigned 65 clinicians 2-3 individual clients.

Coordinated a supervisor for each client and clinician.

Filed paperwork and organized confidential client information.

Assisted in leading clinic meetings with student clinicians.

Established positive rapport with clients and their families.

May to July 2013 – TJ Samson Community Hospital & TJ Health Pavilion – Externship

Camp TJ Oral Motor Care teacher for 50+ students.

Evaluated speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders.

Provided intervention for adult population with speech and language disorders in inpatient, outpatient, and home health services.

Gained experience in writing comprehensive communication reports and developing treatment plans effectively and efficiently to monitor progress.

Provided education to staff, caregivers, and family members.

Observed Modified Barium Swallow studies and VitalStim therapy.

January to April 2013 – Greenwood High School, Drakes Middle School & Moss Middle School - Externship

Evaluated speech and language disorders in small groups or private setting.

Provided intervention for students with speech and language disorders from 7th through 12th grade.

Documented progress through use of SOAP notes.

Administered and interpreted standardized tests.

Enforced the school’s disciplinary code in problem situations.

Gained experience with culturally and linguistically diverse clients.

August to December 2012 – Western Kentucky University - Communication Disorders Clinic/Kelly Autism Program – Student Clinician, Internship

Documented progress through use of SOAP notes for each session.

Developed Individual Treatment Plans for three clients.

Wrote evaluation and cumulative reports.

Provided therapy for three clients age 6 to 11 twice a week for 45-minute sessions.

Gained experience with caregiver education.

2009-2011 – Kelly Services, Inc., Louisville, KY – Scorer, Senior Reader, Quality Assurance Coordinator

Implemented multiple instruction strategies including direct teaching, small groups, and independent work time.

Instructed readers how to adapt and accommodate scoring for students with special needs.

Supervised multiple tables to ensure writing prompts were accurately scored.

SCHOOL HONORS AND ACTIVITIES

Dean’s List and President’s Award - Eastern Kentucky University.

Sigma Nu Fraternity Philanthropy Chair - Salvation Army’s Adopt An Angel for Christmas Coordinator, Homecoming Parade Float Director for 60+ members, Easter Egg-extravaganza leader for 50+ children.

Buddy Walk volunteer to promote Alternative & Augmentative Communication devices.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s participant and donator.

Prevent Child Abuse Mini-Marathon participant.

References- furnished upon request

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