Aiswarya Vincent Kodiveedu
Independent Contractor/Sign Language Interpreter
Norwalk,CT
Summary
Accomplished professional experienced in academic research and sign language interpretation. Dedicated to offering excellent communication and revitalizing support to ever changing requirements. Highly effective at supporting multiple projects and defining best solutions. Cultivates rapport with individuals to build professional relationships. Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Independent Contractor/Researcher
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center/Gallaudet University
Washington, DC
12.2021 - Current
- Provided support to the Clerc Center through the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research (MER) team for National Programs and Outreach (NPO) teams such as The Southeast Regional Early Acquisition of Language (REAL) project, Families of Color Advocacy research study, and Public Input and Research teams
- Created and improved intelligence resources to facilitate consistent data management strategies.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Collaborated closely with REAL team to better understand entire project scope.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Research and Development
Beautiful Life Adult Day and Home Care Services LLC
Wallingford, CT
08.2021 - Current
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Provided support in various areas such as managerial, clerical, document monitoring, outreach, technological, and interpreting on an as-needed basis
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Video Relay Service - Sign Language Interpreter
Purple Communications
Norwalk, CT
07.2021 - Current
- Provided national video relay sign language interpretation services from home and occasional in-person services in Connecticut and New York.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Conferred with subject matter experts and other colleagues to establish precise understanding of specialized concepts.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Sign Language Interpreter
Source Interpreting
West Hartford, CT
06.2021 - Current
- Provided in-person and remote sign language interpretion services throughout Connecticut.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Collaborated in planning meetings to better serve Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers in various settings.
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Sign Language Interpreter
Mill Neck Interpreter Service
Mill Neck, NY
02.2021 - Current
- Provided in-person and remote sign language interpretation services throughout New York.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Sign Language Interpreter
Language Link Corporation
Branford, CT
11.2020 - Current
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals throughout Connecticut.
- Facilitated communication between deaf or hard of hearing individuals and hearing consumers.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Sign Language Interpreter
LifeBridge Community Services
Bridgeport, CT
06.2018 - Current
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals throughout Connecticut.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Research Assistant
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center/Gallaudet University
Washington, DC
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted with notetaking of project meetings, prepared reports, manuscripts and presentations and provided support with project logistics.
- Transcribed videos of project meetings and performed miscellaneous clerical and project-related tasks as needed.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into coded data.
- Cataloged data and research into remote databases.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Developed fact sheets, graphs and tables to analyze and summarize survey data.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
Educational Assistant/Tutor Volunteer
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Presented subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of professors using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
- Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus.
- Organized group tutoring sessions to help students struggling in similar areas.
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking students learning progress.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process.
Education
Master of Arts - Combined Interpreter Practice And Research
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC 09.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT 09.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Dependable and Responsible
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Planning and Coordination
Interpersonal Communication
Attention to Detail
Microsoft Software Proficiency
Self-Motivated
Organization and Time Management
Active Listening
Written Communication
Good Telephone Etiquette
Affiliations
- NIC Knowledge Examination, February 2018.
- NIC Interview and Performance Examination anticipated August 2022.
- Interpreter Training Program (ITP) Northwestern Connecticut Community College 2018.
- Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) member since 2017.
- National Association for the Deaf (NAD) member since 2017.
Timeline
Independent Contractor/Researcher
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center/Gallaudet University
12.2021 - Current
Research and Development
Beautiful Life Adult Day and Home Care Services LLC
08.2021 - Current
Video Relay Service - Sign Language Interpreter
Purple Communications
07.2021 - Current
Sign Language Interpreter
Source Interpreting
06.2021 - Current
Sign Language Interpreter
Mill Neck Interpreter Service
02.2021 - Current
Sign Language Interpreter
Language Link Corporation
11.2020 - Current
Research Assistant
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center/Gallaudet University
01.2019 - 07.2020
Master of Arts - Combined Interpreter Practice And Research
Gallaudet University
09.2018 - 05.2020
Sign Language Interpreter
LifeBridge Community Services
06.2018 - Current
Educational Assistant/Tutor Volunteer
University of Connecticut
08.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences
University of Connecticut
09.2012 - 05.2016