Laura Coker
Greenville
Summary
Speech-Language Pathologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions, therapy planning and progress monitoring. Proven ability to develop individualized therapy plans to aid in enhancing communication skills in diverse settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Small Talk Pediatric Services
Greenville
10.2020 - 03.2026
- Assess, develop and write therapy plans and conduct therapy in homes, schools and clinical settings
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support therapy goals.
- Monitored progress and adjusted strategies as needed for effectiveness.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Greenville County School District
Greenville
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Assessed pediatric patients to identify speech and language disorders, informing targeted interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans, addressing each child's unique communication needs.
- Implemented evidence-based techniques to improve communication skills, facilitating better interactions and learning.
Speech-Language Pathologist-Level 2
Kidnetics/Prisma Health System
Greenville
01.2003 - 08.2016
- Assessed speech and language skills in children (0-21 years) with communication disorders to identify specific needs.
- Developed individualized therapy plans based on assessment results.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve communication abilities.
- Partnered with parents and caregivers to develop strategies that enhance speech development at home.
- Educated staff on effective communication strategies, empowering them to better support children with special needs.
Education
Master of Speech Pathology - Speech-Language Pathology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC08-2002
Skills
- Comprehensive evaluation
- Evaluation writingg/report writing
- Therapy planning
- Data analysis
- Team / parent collaboration
- Evidence-based interventions
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Small Talk Pediatric Services
10.2020 - 03.2026
Speech-Language Pathologist
Greenville County School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
Speech-Language Pathologist-Level 2
Kidnetics/Prisma Health System
01.2003 - 08.2016
Master of Speech Pathology - Speech-Language Pathology
University of South Carolina