Speech Language Speech-Language Pathologist

Callie Podias, Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship Candidate

Plainview, NY, 516-***-****, ************@*****.***

PROFILE

Highly motivated candidate for Speech-Language Pathologist CF position, with experience as a graduate clinician providing evaluations and therapy to clients across the lifespan with a diverse range of congenital and acquired communication and swallowing impairments. Special interest in researching, assessing, and treating dysphagia and voice disorders and a passion for working with patients with complex medical needs.

EDUCATION

2023 – 2025

Master of Arts, Speech Language Pathology, Queens College

Flushing, NY

2020 - 2023

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Science and Disorders, Queens College

Flushing, NY

2017 - 2020

Associate of Arts, Nassau Community College

Garden City, NY

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Feb 2025 - May 2025

Graduate Clinician, Glen Cove Hospital

Glen Cove, NY

Provided evaluation and intervention for adults in acute care and acute inpatient rehabilitation unit with neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-surgical conditions, including cerebrovascular accidents, brain and spinal cord injuries, head and neck cancer, organ transplants, cardiac issues, Parkinson’s disease, amputations, prolonged intubation, and other complex medical needs.

●Administered subjective, standardized and instrumental evaluations, including bedside swallow assessments, voice and cognitive-linguistic evaluations, speaking valve assessments, and Modified Barium Swallow Studies with supervision.

●Interpreted and synthesized evaluation results to document diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans and recommendations.

●Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and educated/counseled families to optimize patient outcomes.

●Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans and documented progress via evaluations, SOAP notes, and discharge notes in an electronic medical records system.

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024

Graduate Clinician, Forest Hills High School

Forest Hills, NY

Provided assessment and intervention services for teens and young adults (ages 14-21) with communication disorders, including speech sound disorder, fluency disorder, autism spectrum disorder, language learning disability, hearing impairment, and selective mutism.

●Created and implemented IEP goals for clients.

●Developed session plans and tailored materials to clients' individual needs and interests.

●Administered group, individual, and push-in therapy sessions.

●Documented services via SOAP notes on the NYC DOE SESIS system.

Sep 2023 - May 2024

Graduate Clinician, Speech-Language Pathology Gertz Speech-Language and Hearing Center, Queens College

Flushing, NY

Provided assessment and intervention services for children and adults (ages 3 to 80+) with communication disorders, including fluency disorder, autism spectrum disorder, language learning disability, apraxia, aphasia, dysarthria, speech sound disorders, and Parkinson’s disease.

●Formulated and implemented short-term and long-term goals for clients.

●Developed session plans and created individualized materials tailored to clients' needs and interests.

●Administered oral-peripheral exams, hearing screenings, and formal tests.

●Documented services via diagnostic evaluation reports and SOAP notes.

INTERNSHIPS

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

Speech Intern, Variety Child Learning Center

Syosset, NY

●Provided support to a 6:2:1 class of children at a special education preschool. Aided teachers and students and observed each child in their individual speech-language therapy sessions.

RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Research Assistant, QSTEM Academy, Research Foundation CUNY

Flushing, NY

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Sep 2023 -Present

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Provost, Queens College

Flushing, NY

●Provided administrative support to the executive team including managing complex calendars and special projects, coordinating meetings and assisting with budget management.

Jun 2023 - Present

Testing Center Director - Adjunct, Queens College

Flushing, NY

●Managed all operations for the Testing Center. Key responsibilities included student communications, data tracking, and administering mandatory assessments to incoming students, including the English as a Second Language (ESL) exam and the Ability to Benefit (ATB) exam.

Feb 2022 - May 2023

College Tutor & Front Desk Admin, Queens College

Flushing, NY

●Oversaw the daily operations of the virtual and in-person tutoring office. Tutored undergraduate students enrolled in Communication Science and Disorders courses.

Sep 2013 - Oct 2021

Direct Support Professional, Independent Support Services

Nassau County, NY

●Supported adults and adolescents with complex medical needs by facilitating development of skills to promote independence. Formed individualized plans and activities based on personal needs for ADLs and IADLs.

HONORS & AFFILIATIONS

Aug 2024 - Dec 2024

Marion N. Cassata Memorial Scholarship

Aug 2021 - May 2023

JFEW Scholarship Recipient

The Jewish Foundation for Education of Women (JFEW) is a merit-based scholarship for high achieving woman. Scholarship recipients receive scholarship funds for 4 consecutive semesters, a paid summer internship in their prospective field, and free professional development workshops.

Jan 2020 – Present

Member of National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association (NSSLHA)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING

July 2025

Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) Certification, Queens College

Aug 2023 - Present

CUNY Interprofessional Education (IPE), Queens College

Aug 2023 - Present

SPEAK OUT! Therapy Program, Student Certified, Parkinson's Voice Project

Aug 2023 – Present

Mental Health for the Non-Mental Health Clinician, Queens College

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Podias, C. (2025, April 4th). Effects of music and exercise on neuroplasticity in aphasia rehabilitation. Annual Aphasia Symposium. [Poster Presentation].

Pittsburgh, PA

Podias, C. (2024, May 3rd). Effects of music and exercise on neuroplasticity in aphasia rehabilitation. Annual NYSSLHA Convention. [Poster Presentation].

White Plains, NY Plains,PNY

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