Michele Polarek
Dyer
Summary
Bringing compassion and excellent communication skills, combined with solid foundation in language development and cognitive communication strategies. Knowledge in speech and language assessment techniques and therapeutic interventions, with proficiency in creating individualized treatment plans. Committed to making significant impact on students' communication abilities and overall quality of life.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Speech Pathologist
District 161
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of each session, ensuring accurate tracking of student's progress and facilitating effective communication among the teachers and related service providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment programs for students with various speech and language disorders.
- Completed weekly play-based assessments and provided push-in therapy to 3 and 4 year olds with autism and speech and language disorders
Speech and Language Pathologist
District 168
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose speech, language, voice, fluency disorders in 3-5 grade students.
- Provided treatment to students with autism and speech and language disorders.
- Completed evaluation reports, progress note updates, and medicaid billing.
- Collaborated with the special education team to service the students effectively.
Speech Language Pathologist
School City of Hammond
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Evaluated and diagnosed students with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
Speech Language Pathologist
Lake Central School District
08.2002 - 06.2015
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL06-2000
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL06-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL12-1993
Skills
- Augmentative communication
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Language intervention
- Fluency management
- Phonological awareness
- Communication assessment
Certification
ASHA Certified
Timeline
Preschool Speech Pathologist
District 161
06.2024 - Current
Speech and Language Pathologist
District 168
01.2020 - 06.2024
Speech Language Pathologist
School City of Hammond
08.2015 - 12.2019
Speech Language Pathologist
Lake Central School District
08.2002 - 06.2015
ASHA Certified
Master of Science - Communication Disorders
Governors State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Governors State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
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