Giovanna Baia
About Giovanna Baia
Giovanna Baia is a Registered Behavior Technician with a Bachelor's degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Colorado Boulder. She has a strong interest in fluency disorders and the relationship between ADHD and speech and auditory disorders, and is currently applying to graduate schools to pursue a career as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Current Role at Soar Autism Center
Giovanna Baia currently serves as a Registered Behavior Technician at Soar Autism Center in Arvada, Colorado. She has been in this position since 2023. In her role, she applies behavioral techniques to support individuals with autism, focusing on enhancing their communication and social skills. Her work involves direct interaction with clients, implementing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with other professionals in the field.
Education and Academic Background
Giovanna Baia earned her Bachelor's degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Colorado Boulder, where she studied from 2019 to 2022. Alongside her major, she completed a minor in Education. Prior to her university studies, she attended La Jolla High School from 2015 to 2019. Her academic background has equipped her with foundational knowledge in speech and language pathology, which she aims to further develop in graduate school.
Professional Experience in Behavioral Health
Giovanna Baia has accumulated diverse experience in the behavioral health field. She worked as a Behavior Technician at Front Range Behavioral Associates for four months in 2023. Additionally, she served as a Lab Member and Administrative Assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2021 to 2023. These roles have provided her with practical skills in behavioral analysis and support, contributing to her professional development in the field.
Interest in Speech-Language Pathology
Giovanna Baia has a strong interest in fluency disorders and the relationship between ADHD and speech and auditory disorders within the field of Speech-Language Pathology. She is actively applying to graduate schools to pursue further education and training in this area. Her goal is to become a Speech-Language Pathologist, where she can apply her knowledge and skills to assist individuals with communication challenges.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Giovanna Baia held various positions that contributed to her professional growth. She worked as a Front Desk Sales Associate at Massage Envy for eight months in 2020-2021, and as a Customer Service Associate at The Home Depot from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she gained laboratory experience as a Laboratory Assistant at UC San Diego in 2019. These roles have enhanced her customer service skills and provided her with a broad perspective on client interactions.