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Alexis Simmons

Atlanta,GA

Summary


Professional interpreter with extensive experience in bridging communication gaps for Deaf and hearing communities. Known for consistently achieving accurate and culturally sensitive translations in various settings. Highly reliable, excels in team environments, and adapts swiftly to changing demands. Proficient in American Sign Language and possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills. EIPA Score of 4.2.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

ASL Interpreter

Cobb County Schools
07.2023 - Current
    • Served as a knowledgeable resource and advocate on deaf culture and ASL for both students and staff, contributing to an inclusive learning environment.
    • Adapted interpreting style to suit diverse classroom environments and learning needs.
    • Participated in evaluation processes to assess the effectiveness of interpreting services, using feedback from educators, students, and families to make ongoing improvements.
    • Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans for deaf or hard-of-hearing students, ensuring accessibility and understanding.

VRS Interpreter

Sorenson
07.2023 - Current
    • Facilitated real-time communication for diverse clients using advanced video relay technology.
    • Interpreted complex conversations, ensuring clarity and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
    • Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery and improve client satisfaction levels.

Freelance Interpreter

Interpretek
09.2020 - Current
    • Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
    • Facilitated clear communication between clients and service providers in diverse settings.
    • Developed and implemented effective interpreting strategies to enhance message accuracy.

Educational Interpreter

ProCare Therapy
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in development of terminology glossaries and other resources to help grow vocabulary in source and target languages.
  • Collaborated with other interpreters to cross-check accuracy of interpretations.
  • Adapted materials and instruction tools to meet needs of deaf or hard of hearing students.
  • Provided oral interpretations for students, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.

ASL Interpreter

West Chicago Church
08.2017 - 01.2021
    • Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
    • Maintained message content, tone and emotion as closely as possible.

Student Interpreter

Columbia College Chicago
09.2017 - 12.2020
  • Facilitated communication between clients during college classes and other assignments under the guidance of a mentor
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language - English Interpretation

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Interpreter Training

Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
05.2018

Skills

  • Culturally adept; knowledge of Deaf community and culture
  • Effective multitasking
  • Educational support
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Language modeling

Timeline

ASL Interpreter

Cobb County Schools
07.2023 - Current

VRS Interpreter

Sorenson
07.2023 - Current

Educational Interpreter

ProCare Therapy
09.2022 - 05.2023

Freelance Interpreter

Interpretek
09.2020 - Current

Student Interpreter

Columbia College Chicago
09.2017 - 12.2020

ASL Interpreter

West Chicago Church
08.2017 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language - English Interpretation

Columbia College Chicago

Associate of Applied Science - Interpreter Training

Waubonsee Community College

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