Vanessa Saintil

Licensed bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) with experience across school-based, outpatient pediatric, private practice, and teletherapy settings. Specialized in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), autism spectrum disorder intervention, and family-centered caregiver coaching. Experienced in supporting students with complex communication needs through evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming practices and collaborative interdisciplinary service delivery.

Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) at Martin County School District (2025-03 – Present)

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations to assess communication needs of students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, speech, and language disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, speech, and language disorders.
• Support communication through augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems including PECS, Proloquo2Go, and LAMP.
• Create therapy materials targeting executive functioning, language processing, and functional communication skills.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including psychologists, educators, and behavioral specialists to develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals.
• Maintain Medicaid-compliant documentation and submit service billing through the Medicaid Tracking System (MTS).

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow at Ivy Hills Elementary School (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Provided speech and language therapy services to elementary-aged students with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.
• Participated in IEP development, meetings, and progress monitoring.
• Designed individualized therapy materials aligned with student goals and evidence-based practices.
• Managed scheduling, documentation, SEMI logging, and progress reporting.

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) at Ivy Hills Elementary School (2021-06 – 2023-08)

• Developed and operated low-tech and high-tech AAC systems including PECS to support communication development.
• Provided speech-language therapy to individuals across the lifespan (12 months -22 years old).
• Implemented individualized treatment plans for children with autism spectrum disorder, expressive-receptive language disorders, and speech sound disorders in in-person and teletherapy settings.
• Documented daily sessions and managed scheduling through ClinicSource practice management software.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members and caregivers to support carryover of communication strategies.

Graduate Student Clinician at November & Associates Therapy Center (2019-08 – 2022-12)

• Completed 400+ supervised clinical hours under ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.
• Performed oral mechanism examinations, speech, and hearing screenings.
• Conducted comprehensive speech-language assessments and treatment for adults with neurogenic communication disorders, including aphasia and apraxia of speech.
• Evaluated and treated students with dyslexia, reading comprehension difficulties, articulation disorders, phonological disorders, and social communication deficits.
• Led aphasia group therapy sessions.
• Provided both in-person and teletherapy services.

Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist at HomeBridge Therapy LLC (2024-03 – Present)

• Founded a family-centered speech-language pathology practice providing in-home and virtual services to support communication across settings.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and provide individualized treatment for children and adults with speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Implement evidence-based functional interventions targeting language, social communication, and AAC needs.
• Provide caregiver coaching to support generalization of communication skills beyond therapy sessions.

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology – CUNY Brooklyn College (2022-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology / Audiology – CUNY Lehman College (2018-05)

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences – SUNY Nassau Community College (2016-05)

Graduate Coursework in Speech-Language Pathology – University of the Pacific, Benerd College (2026)

Graduate Coursework in Special Education & Intervention – American College of Education (via Teaching Channel) (2026)