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Leigha Maher

@leighamaher

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Experienced speech pathologist dedicated to enhancing communication skills.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my communication skills and passion for community outreach, fostering meaningful connections and supporting diverse populations.

I am a passionate speech pathologist with a strong background in education and nonprofit outreach. Currently, I deliver individualized and group therapy to K-12 students at Maury County Public Schools, focusing on supporting their communication, language, and academic development. My role involves creating accessible materials and progress reports while managing a high-volume caseload, demonstrating my strong organizational skills and commitment to student success.

In addition to my work in schools, I serve as an Outreach Coordinator for the Raymond Wood Foundation, where I manage social media engagement to foster community support and provide resources to families affected by craniopharyngioma. My experience as a Social Media Co-Creator for a speech and language Instagram page has allowed me to design original resources and share practical communication tips, promoting parent education and collaboration with colleagues to enhance the learning experience for children.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Outreach Coordinator

Current

Raymond Wood Foundation

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Manages social media engagement to foster community support and provides resources to patients and families affected by craniopharyngioma. Ensures effective communication among team members for consistent patient care.

Social Media Management Community Engagement Patient Support Communication Team Collaboration Advocacy

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Speech Pathologist

Current

Maury County Public Schools

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Delivers individualized and group therapy to K-12 students, supporting communication, language, and academic development. Manages a high-volume caseload while collaborating with teachers and families to advocate for inclusive communication practices.

Speech Therapy Communication Skills Microsoft Office Suite Organizational Skills Collaboration Advocacy Time Management Problem Solving

Social Media Co-Creator

Speech and Language Instagram Page

Feb 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 6 months)

Created and managed an Instagram page focused on speech and language strategies for parents. Designed original resources and collaborated with colleagues to promote accessible speech therapy strategies.

Content Creation Social Media Strategy Graphic Design Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Tennessee State University

Master of Science, Speech Pathology

2018 - 2021

Master of Science in Speech Pathology, emphasizing advanced clinical practice and research in speech and language disorders.

University of Tennessee Knoxville

Bachelor of Science, Audiology and Speech Pathology

2014 - 2018

Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Speech Pathology, focusing on the study of communication disorders and the development of effective treatment strategies.