Carolyn Golbabai, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My role as a speech language pathologist involves the assessment and treatment of children with all types of communication difficulties. Since most academic and real-life learning occurs through spoken and/or written language , it is important to consider the language competence of a student who is having learning difficulties. These difficulties are often evident in learning to decode words and understanding what is read. In addition, language deficits can also be seen in a child’s ability to comprehend written or auditorily presented information and his/her ability to accurately understand and use proper grammar.  In the area of expressive language, difficulties are seen in speech sound production, stuttering and social language skills.  At Aiken Elementary School, treatment for weaknesses in the above mentioned areas involve small group instruction utilizing a collaborative approach between the Speech-Language Pathologist and the Classroom teacher.  Children who are already identified through the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process and have specific Individualized Education Plan (IEP) objectives receive services.   Other children that have difficulties in the areas of speech and language are referred by teachers and/or parents.  Observations of the child and strategies to implement in the classroom are tried prior to the initiation of the Planning and Placement Team process.

I am here at Aiken school five days per week.  If you would like to contact me about questions concerning your child’s speech and language skills, please call me at 233-6994, ext. 112 or email me at mailto:carolyn_golbabai@whps.org.