Andrea Vargas
@andreavargas
Bilingual SLPA with ABA expertise improving student communication through evidence-based intervention.
What I'm looking for
I am a bilingual Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) with experience delivering evidence-based interventions in school and clinical settings. I have a strong background in ABA principles and over six years working with children across developmental levels.
My experience includes managing caseloads of 50+ students, conducting informal assessments, collecting progress data, and tailoring therapy to meet IEP goals. I collaborate closely with teachers, parents, BCBAs, and SLPs to promote functional communication across environments.
I have served as a senior Registered Behavior Technician and lead trainer, successfully guiding therapists toward RBT certification while maintaining precise clinical documentation and safety-focused practices. I am adaptable under pressure and committed to fostering student-centered, culturally responsive sessions in both English and Spanish.
I hold a B.A. in Communicative Disorders and an SLPA license, and I prioritize building supportive environments where students feel empowered to communicate confidently and make measurable progress.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Bilingual SLPA
Denison ISD
Aug 2025 - Present (2 months)
Provide direct bilingual (English/Spanish) speech and language therapy to intermediate and high school students, implementing evidence-based strategies and informal assessments to advance IEP goals and monitor progress.
Bilingual SLPA
The Stepping Stones Group
Aug 2024 - Aug 2025 (1 year)
Provided Spanish translation and individualized speech-language support, collaborating with SLPs and interdisciplinary teams to align therapy goals with academic objectives for a diverse caseload.
Senior Registered Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
Jan 2023 - Jul 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Delivered assent-based ABA therapy for children ages 2–8, maintained detailed clinical documentation, and trained new therapists, leading successful RBT certification outcomes and improving client care.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Loma Linda University
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License, Speech-Language Pathology Assistance
2015 - 2015
Obtained a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant license in California to practice under supervision of a licensed SLP.
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Arts, Communicative Disorders
2011 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Disorders focusing on speech, language, and communication assessment and intervention.
Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College
Associate in Arts, Interpretation and Translation (Spanish)
2007 - 2011
Completed Associate in Arts coursework with emphasis in interpretation and translation (Spanish).
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