Michael Tautiva
Marshfield
Summary
Skilled in creating positive learning environments for clients by engaging them in meaningful conversations and providing constructive feedback on their performance. Assisted Speech-Language Pathologists in developing individualized treatment plans and participated in team meetings to address case management issues. Monitored patient responses to treatment interventions, adjusting approaches as necessary to enhance communication effectiveness. Experience includes documenting client progress through SOAP notes and preparing materials for therapy sessions, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive therapeutic support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Cardinal Cushing Centers
Hanover
09.2019 - Current
- Collect IEP and Behavioral Data for students with severe special needs (e.g. ASP and Down Syndrome).
- Assume responsibilities of lead teacher when the lead teacher is absent from school
- Collaborate with BCBAs and clinicians on behavior plans for students and follow accordingly
- Intervene Physically in behaviorally aggressive situations using Safety Care techniques
- Responsible and mindful for each student's medical issues, concerns, medications, and appointments. Observe students to identify the need for assistance from health care staff in consultation with teacher
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Excel Academy Charter Schools
Boston
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided support to clients by creating a positive learning environment, engaging them in conversation and providing feedback on their performance.
- Documented client progress with SOAP notes.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Collected and compiled data to document client performance and assess program quality.
- Prepared materials for use in therapy sessions including worksheets, games and activities.
- Monitored patients' response to treatment interventions and modified approaches accordingly.
- Assisted Speech-Language Pathologist in the development of individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case management issues related to clients.
Speech Assistant Intern
Marshfield Public Schools District
Marshfield
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared materials for therapy sessions that tailor to the individual needs of each client
- Helped clients develop proper pragmatic language and articulation skills that were listed on their IEP goals.
- Attended IEP meetings to observe the collaboration process between specialists and the parents/guardians
- Attended SST meetings to observe the collaboration between specialists and teachers about concerns regarding student academic progress.
- Documented client information including progress notes, assessments, and treatment plans.
Memory Care Activities Assistant
Village at Proprietors Green
Marshfield
09.2016 - 11.2019
- Lead 65 and older residents with various forms of dementia, in activities such as: bingo, music therapy, and physical exercise. These activities are designed to help slow the deterioration of dementia.
- Provide hospitality services to residents by serving food/drinks during breakfast and lunch, and transfer the residents to different areas of the memory care facility
- Use redirection techniques for residents who are eloping (wandering) or in distress
- Use reminiscing therapy to reduce stress of residents and increase their quality of life/wellbeing
- Help set up parties for residents and their families during holiday events
Relief Staff
Justice Resource Institute
Plymouth
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Therapeutically assist children between ages 6-12 who have complex emotional and behavioral needs.
- Lead/assist in social skills activities in group therapy sessions to help these children develop important coping skills, interpersonal skills, and life skills that are necessary to function with their peers, family and community.
- Use CPI/ Safety techniques to de-escalate and redirect behavior.
- Focused on improving social interaction skills with after school group activities
- Assisted senior staff members during off site field trips to oversee the children in a group setting
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Elms College
Chicopee, MA05-2024
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Data collection
- Therapy session preparation
- Client progress documentation
- Team collaboration
- Communication techniques
- Activity planning
- Social skills development
- Therapeutic support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom support
- Student and parent relations
- Preparing instructional materials
- Computer skills
- Test proctoring
- Multicultural awareness
- Progress monitoring
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Reading and writing support
- Special needs education
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Excel Academy Charter Schools
09.2024 - 06.2025
Speech Assistant Intern
Marshfield Public Schools District
09.2023 - 05.2024
Teachers Assistant
Cardinal Cushing Centers
09.2019 - Current
Relief Staff
Justice Resource Institute
07.2017 - 08.2019
Memory Care Activities Assistant
Village at Proprietors Green
09.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Elms College