Brandi Lauren Burrell
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
As a dedicated educational interpreter and educational interpreting consultant, my goal is to elevate the field of educational interpreting through mentoring, educating other members of the educational team on best practices in working with interpreters, and professional development. I am committed to continual growth and learning so that I can provide quality services to those I work with.
I believe that educational interpreters' work extends beyond language facilitation; we serve as advocates and collaborate with other members of the educational team to monitor and foster students' academic, social, and emotional development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Interpreter
Albuquerque Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinate daily and long-term interpreter scheduling, adjusting for absences, emergencies, and special events
- Collaborate with school administration, special education staff, and external providers to ensure appropriate interpreting services
- Provide direct interpreting services for DHH students, families, and staff, including sensitive content and district-wide events
- Manage interpreter professional development, including training sessions, presentations, and mentorship programs
- Oversee contractor coordination, timesheet records, and external service requests
- Partner with the University of New Mexico to support practicum students and field training opportunities
Educational Consultant/Community Interpreter
Rio Grande Communications Access
07.2022 - Current
- Provide consultation services to local educational entities new to providing interpreting services
- Mentoring practicum students and interns in the K-12 setting
- Develop and organize professional development opportunities
- Provide quality interpretation and transliteration services between Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing consumers in community settings
Staff Interpreter
Albuquerque Public Schools
09.2014 - Current
- Responsible for providing interpreting and transliteration services for students, staff, families, and administration
- Gathering and studying class curricula
- Collaborating with other members of the educational team to ensure best practices and quality services
- Collaborate with other members of the interpreting team
- Mentoring
ASL/English Interpreter
University of New Mexico
09.2014 - Current
- Responsible for providing quality interpretation and transliteration services between Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing consumers in the post-secondary setting
- Preparing for lectures by studying course curriculum
- Maintaining records, invoicing, and scheduling
Education
Master of Science - ASL/English Interpreting, Concentration-Education
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Interpreting
Portland Community College
Portland, OR07-2012
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-2007
Skills
- Educational interpreting (K-12 & post-secondary)
- Mentorship & professional development
- Consultation on best practices in working with interpreters
- Mental health interpreting
- Curriculum preparation & adaptation
- Interpreting service coordination
- Business management & scheduling
Certification
- Certification of Completion: Mental Health Interpreting, 10/2021
Mental Health Interpreter Training - Alabama Department Of Mental Health - Certificate of Completion: Internship Program, 09/2012 VRS Interpreting Institute - Salt Lake City, UT
- NAD-RID National Interpreter Certification - 11/2015
Timeline
Lead Interpreter
Albuquerque Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Educational Consultant/Community Interpreter
Rio Grande Communications Access
07.2022 - Current
Staff Interpreter
Albuquerque Public Schools
09.2014 - Current
ASL/English Interpreter
University of New Mexico
09.2014 - Current
Master of Science - ASL/English Interpreting, Concentration-Education
University of North Florida
Associate of Applied Science - Interpreting
Portland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences
University of New Mexico
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