Zain Hanan
Al Aḩmadī,Kuwait
Summary
Speech-Language Pathology graduate with hands-on clinical experience in speech and language assessment, articulation and phonology intervention, auditory-verbal therapy, and feeding and swallowing management. Experienced in providing speech and language therapy for children with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, and Global Developmental Delay (GDD). Skilled in applying evidence-based approaches such as PECS and play-based therapy within multidisciplinary teams alongside OT and PT. Strong abilities in patient communication, therapy planning, collaboration, and clinical documentation, with a commitment to continuous learning and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Speech-Language Pathologist
Milestone for special needs
AL-Siddeeq , Kuwait
2025.11 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and individualised therapy sessions for over 30 children with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and global developmental delay, utilising evidence-based techniques to promote language development.
- Provided specialist training sessions to parents, facilitated better home-based speech therapy for children.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Consulted teachers about students' progress at regular intervals, fostered collaborative approach towards student's wellbeing.
Clinical Practicum – Speech and Language Clinic
Dr. Zaidan Khamaiseh Centre For Speech Pathology
Amman, Jordan
2025.07 - 2025.09
- Observed and supported 20+ therapy sessions for children with articulation and language delays.
- Assisted in conducting 15+ supervised speech and language assessments, improving diagnostic accuracy.
- Participated in weekly diagnostic sessions led by clinic director, enhancing knowledge of professional evaluation methodologies.
- Contributed to development of 10+ personalized therapy plans, tailored to client needs.
- Strengthened skills in patient communication and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with clinic standards.
Speech-Language pathologist, Internship
Al-Ahliyya Amman University
Amman
2024.02 - 2025.07
- Conducted case histories and standardized assessments.
- Planned and delivered 60+ individualized therapy sessions with measurable improvements in speech, language, and fluency.
- Counselled clients and families, providing home-program guidance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Language Pathologist
Al-Ahliyya Amman University
Amman, Jordan 2021.10 - 2025.07
Skills
- Clinical and technical skills
- PECS implementation
- Play-based therapy techniques
- Group therapy facilitation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Speech and language assessment
- Articulation and phonology intervention
- Auditory-verbal therapy
- Feeding and swallowing management
- Report writing and documentation
- Professional and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Cultural sensitivity in care
- Time management and organization
Certification
- Attending 11th Arab Hearing Health Conference certification.
- Course of study in hearing aid selection and programming and report writing certification at Al-Ahliyya Amman University.
- Course of study in report writing at Dr. Zaidan AlKhamiseh center for speech pathology.
- PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) Training.
- Play-Based Therapy Certification.
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Milestone for special needs
2025.11 - Current
Clinical Practicum – Speech and Language Clinic
Dr. Zaidan Khamaiseh Centre For Speech Pathology
2025.07 - 2025.09
Speech-Language pathologist, Internship
Al-Ahliyya Amman University
2024.02 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Science - Audiology And Speech Language Pathologist
Al-Ahliyya Amman University
2021.10 - 2025.07