Suzanne M. Tucker
Springfield
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in child development and communication skills. Experienced in fostering a positive and supportive environment that encourages growth in both social and emotional areas. Committed to enhancing learning and development by focusing on strong communication, language skills, and overall well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Walker
Walking the Dogs
03.2025 - Current
- Feed, walk and care for dogs during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Enhance pet well-being through regular exercise, playtime, and companionship during walks.
- Deliver peace of mind for clients by providing regular updates and photos of their pets during walks.
- Clean up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
Preschool Teacher
Congregation Adat Reyim
08.2016 - Current
- Create and implement a child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Facilitate group play activities that encourage collaboration among students.
- Foster an environment for children to learn empathy, good manners, and social skills.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences to discuss the progress of each child.
- Collaborate with staff to create and carry out thematic plans each week.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Accotink Academy
01.2003 - 06.2015
- Delivered targeted speech and language therapy services to children with emotional disturbances and learning disabilities across various age groups.
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and execute students’ Individualized Education Plans.
- Implemented a range of literacy programs to improve phonological skills in reading and spelling.
- Consulted with teachers to integrate speech-language activities into their lessons.
- Prepared comprehensive quarterly and annual progress reports.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Skill Builders
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Delivered individualized speech-language therapy to elementary and middle school-aged children.
- Created customized treatment plans tailored to children’s needs and abilities.
- Recorded comprehensive progress notes after each session.
Graduate Assistant
William Paterson University Hearing and Speech Clinic
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Supported faculty in executing clinical responsibilities.
- Assisted in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
Teacher’s Assistant
Developmental Learning Center
06.2000 - 01.2003
- Provided individualized support to children with autism through Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).
- Tracked and maintained records of academic metrics.
- Fostered communication with parents through activity logs and discussions.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Hearing and Speech Sciences
University of Maryland
College Park, MD05.2001
Skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Child assessment
- Behavior management
- Literacy instruction
- Parent communication
- Honest and trustworthy
- Punctual and reliable
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Wunderled Fairy Dust Teaching Certification - Completed 2021
- Virginia Speech Language Pathology License - 2003-2018
- CCC-SLP certification - 2003-2018
Timeline
Dog Walker
Walking the Dogs
03.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Congregation Adat Reyim
08.2016 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Skill Builders
01.2007 - 01.2009
Speech-Language Pathologist
Accotink Academy
01.2003 - 06.2015
Graduate Assistant
William Paterson University Hearing and Speech Clinic
01.2001 - 01.2003
Teacher’s Assistant
Developmental Learning Center
06.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Hearing and Speech Sciences
University of Maryland
Master of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
William Paterson University
Awards
Girl Scout Troop Leader - 2017-2021
Community Volunteer - Assist with organizing and leading events at elementary school, synagogue and neighborhood events
Similar Profiles
Jade FieldJade Field
Pet Sitter at Petsitting And Walking For Dogs In My NeighborhoodPet Sitter at Petsitting And Walking For Dogs In My Neighborhood
Ava RoseAva Rose
Volunteer at Walking DogsVolunteer at Walking Dogs
Robert CookRobert Cook
Dog Caretaker at my dogs and my grandmothers dogsDog Caretaker at my dogs and my grandmothers dogs
Gesa MoonGesa Moon
Staff Pharmacist at INOVAStaff Pharmacist at INOVA
Kristen BlumKristen Blum
Paramedic at CoxHealth HospitalParamedic at CoxHealth Hospital