Lauren E. Smith, M.A. 4356 Twilight Lane l Hamburg, NY 14075 l (716) 474-2168 l lesmith5@buffalo.edu

OBJECTIVE: Continue development and refinement of both the science and the art of speech-language therapy as a Clinical Fellow in order to gain greater competency in advance of beginning my career as an independent practitioner

EDUCATION: UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology, May 2015; GPA: 4.0/4.0 AIP LANGUAGE INSTITUTE: Valencia, Spain Study abroad, SUNY Albany AIP Language Institute Summer Studies 6 Spanish credits STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT FREDONIA Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders & Sciences, May 2013 Minors: Spanish & Psychology; overall GPA: 3.98/4.0

CERTIFICATIONS: New York State Initial Certification, Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) Finalized appropriate coursework; plan on completing ALST & EAS test, DASA requirements, Summer 2015

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS), May 26, 2015

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES: Drake Elementary School – Buffalo, NY Graduate Clinician Extern, March 2015 – May 2015 l Created lesson plans for 45 students as well as administered standardized tests to input into IEP direct l Observed CSE meetings and planned therapy activities that were appropriate to IEP goals

Partners in Rehab West Seneca – Buffalo, NY Graduate Clinician Extern, January 2015 – March 2015 l Facilitated video fluoroscopic swallow evaluations and implemented swallow therapy in conjunction with Vital

Stim alongside an ASHA certified supervisor l Conducted assessments and intervention for approximately 25 adults with a variety of disorders at the

outpatient facility as well as documented evaluation reports and progress notes for insurance purposes l Collaborated with OT and PT to work with severely impaired and developmentally disabled patients

UB Speech- Language and Hearing Clinic Intensive Programs – Buffalo, NY Time to Talk Graduate Clinician, August 2015 – December 2015 l Applied leadership skills to co-create activities and run structured 2 hour preschool group for children with

diverse language needs 3 times per week l Communicated daily with parents regarding change in goals, weekly progress, and social skills development Phonology Group Graduate Clinician, July 2015 – August 2015 l Utilized Hodson’s Cycles Phonological Pattern Approach and behavior management techniques for a group of

toddlers with severe phonological disorders for 90-minute group therapy sessions 3 times a week Professional Development: University at Buffalo, 2013-2015

l Experienced in evaluating language samples with SALT program l Plotted data to measure progress for clients with online graph program by Jeff Higginbotham, Ph.D. l Fulfilled elective coursework in phonetics, cleft palate, counseling, and autism l Led adult aphasia group and participated on specialized post-concussive diagnostic team for a semester

Communication Disorders Student Society SUNY Fredonia: Fall 2009-May 2013 Attended professional development speaker meetings and community service events

Lauren E. Smith Page 2   PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

l New York State Speech Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA): Spring 2015-Present l ASHA Special Interests Groups 02,03,13: Fall 2014-Present l National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA): Fall 2013-Present

CONFERENCES: “Technology: Changing the Face of Our Profession”, NYSSLHA Convention

Promoted technology use for improving SLP efficiency and effectiveness across all populations

“NasoAlveolar Molding”, Douglas Olsen Ph.D., Craniofacial Center of WNY at W&C Hospital Learned role of NAM devices for infants with cleft lip/palate as well as observed team discussion of case studies “Pragmatics Situated-Language Intervention: The Applications in Children and Adults” Judith Duchan, Ph.D. & Toby Stephan, M.A., University at Buffalo Educated on use of Hanen program and pragmatics goals in therapy for children on the autism spectrum “Practical Strategies for Preschool Children Who Stutter”, J.Scott Yaruss, Ph.D., SUNY Fredonia Discussed evidence-based techniques to utilize in therapy to reduce stuttering and tension in children “Language & Literacy: Improving the Effectiveness of Speech-Language & Literacy Services for Children” C. Melanie Schuele, Ph.D., SUNY Fredonia Informed about SLP’s role of teaching phonemic awareness to improve literacy outcomes for children with SLI

LEADERSHIP: Golden Key Honor Society: Fall 2012 l As the first to hold the community service chair position, expanded new opportunities for volunteer activities l Managed the Better World Books Drive on campus to promote literacy

Student Ambassador: Spring 2010-May 2013

Represented the university and greeted guests at large-scale campus programs Students Teaching Equals Positive Sexuality: Fall 2009-May 2013 Educated the community about safe sexual health and healthy relationships

Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Program: Fall 2009-May 2013

l Received this prestigious award that involved a four-year campus leadership program and commitment to diversity on campus

l Attended weekly professional speaker meetings and completed the Advanced Leadership Development course

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Asbury Pointe Retirement Home- Getzville, NY Server, Fall 2013-Present Serve dinner to adults at independent living facility

Residence Life SUNY Fredonia- Fredonia, NY Aerobic Center Instructor, Fall 2009-May 2013 Led a dance-based cardio class for students McGuire Group Autumn View Health Care Facility – Hamburg, NY Dietary Aide, June 2006-August 2013 Cared for geriatric population by serving meals assigned by dietician and SLP

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