Elena Caraballo

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant at WINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Willimantic, Connecticut, United States, US

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Credentials

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
    Autism Partnership Foundation
    Jan, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • PMT Certified, Physical & Psychological Management Training
    PMT Associates, Inc.
    Apr, 2017
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • WINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
      • Dec 2020 - Present

       Offered compassionate student support by implementing documented treatment plans/protocols specialized for individual students to ensure optimized outcomes.  Adapted and modified instructional materials/equipment to meet student needs and abilities and assure optimal student success.  Observed and reported significant behavioral patterns and other issues to the therapist to ensure top-level student support.  Utilized various AAC methods (high-tech and low-tech) to assist children in meeting functional goals relative to students’ cognitive function.  Collaborated daily with students with Autism on goals from their IEPs and conducted group speech therapy sessions encouraging communication.  Significantly enhanced motor function for children using critical hand-over-hand techniques. Show less

  • WINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Job Coordinator
      • 2020 - 2020

       Created and integrated engaging material related to vocational and life skills for a diverse range of 18-21 developmentally disabled students. Collaborated with colleagues to cultivate and maintain a comprehensive workspace on Google Classroom for all students to positively impact student learning/comprehension.  Coordinated and conducted creative instructional sessions both in-person and virtually while adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Developed an Excel sheet for all colleagues to track both attendance and student information for improved organizational efforts. Show less

    • Tutor
      • 2019 - 2020

       Provided comprehensive academic and behavioral support/supervision on an individual and small group basis, contributing to a notable increase in student test scores.  Collaborated with students, teachers, school administrators, and counselors to determine student needs, develop strategic plans, and assess student progress, assuring optimal student achievement.  Supported teachers in the implementation of creative classroom activities for students from diverse backgrounds to boost student engagement.  Designed fun, engaging material for a 6th grade English class and served as a student advocate in the absence of the teacher, supporting the substitute teacher to drive smooth class operations. Show less

    • Special Education Paraeducator
      • 2017 - 2019

       Implemented appropriate intervention strategies, tutoring plans, and individualized education plans (IEPs) for a wide array of students to maximize student learning.  Provided detailed feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence in students. Reviewed class material with students by discussing texts, working solutions to problems, and reviewing worksheets and other assignments. Leveraged creative methods to prepare daily lesson plans, quizzes, and materials to keep students engaged and properly assess/evaluate their levels. Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student engagement. Maintained records as required by the school, district, and state and generated detailed student reports. Analyzed data to make decisions on the best instructional approach for students. Show less

Education

  • University of Connecticut
    Bachelor's degree, Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
  • University of Connecticut
    Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General

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