Passionate and forward-thinking American Sign Language interpreter specializing in the accessibility rights of the Deaf Community. Looking to increase and broaden a working knowledge of assisting other individuals with disabilities through employment and rehabilitation services. Successful at helping new employees adjust to company culture and feel valued in their new roles including those conflicting with visible and invisible disabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
American Sign Language Interpreter
Century Park Associates
Cleveland, TN
10.2015 - Current
Interprets complex data and simplifies as required, ensuring a complete understanding of the options available to the patient(s) during a variety of medical assignments throughout the Washington, DC Metropolitan area
Accompanies clients to office visits to accurately represent the presenting issues
American Sign Language Interpreter
Century Park Associates
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2012 - Current
Displays sensitivity to the cultural and linguistics needs of the clients and families served while interpreting and transliterating in various community assignments with a primary focus of the Deaf becoming gainfully employed as a part of a full and enriching lifestyle throughout the state of Virginia
Successfully uses sign language interpreting during the interview and the hiring process to ensure equal access to communication while achieving a high hiring success rate
Provided language support to a team dedicated to serving those with disabilities find meaningful employment (Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, The Choice Group, etc.)
Psychology and Legal Note Taker
Us Bank
Pullman, WA
09.2014 - 12.2015
Provided written lecture and coursework notes for deaf students with physical limitations unable to produce classroom notes
Specialized curriculum with courses presented in American Sign Language, requiring notes to be interpreted from a visual language
Office Clerk
Virginia Commonwealth University, Office Of Alumni Services
City, STATE
01.2014 - 08.2014
Exhibited positive attitude, providing excellent customer service both internally and externally
Responsible for training and providing additional support to staff with physical limitations during documentation procedures to ensure a successful and prompt completion rate
Confidentially researched donors information to effectively set up accounts through accounts program
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Tutor
Reynolds Community College
City, STATE
01.2012 - 08.2014
Communicated with campus' Deaf Community by means of American Sign Language (ASL) to understand various tutoring needs to the fullest; able to accommodate those with additional, severe disabilities (visible and invisible) by commuting to convenient locations, promoting full inclusion
Analyzed during one-on-one sessions Deaf students' language learning needs to better assist with understanding the English language
Conducted group meetings with students, increasing their ability to collaborate and utilize team building exercises to properly write and research English papers
Increased a sense of awareness to instructors and staff concerning Deaf rights to communication within the classroom
Post Secondary ASL Interpreter
Reynolds Community College
City, STATE
01.2013 - 08.2014
Interpreted with a high level of linguistic competence that included nuances of both ASL and English.
Rendered the message faithfully, maintaining impartiality and role as a facilitator of full and equal communication between Deaf adult and others in environment
Team interpreted with other interpreters to maintain stamina, providing feedback and collaborating with regards to profession
Prepped for assignments to guarantee familiarity with course content and linguistic competence.
Abided by the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct at all times
College Transfer and Career Center Assistant/ASL Interpreter
Reynolds Community College
City, STATE
01.2011 - 12.2013
Organized Open House and other college events resulting in more than 1500 students attending
Managed students' records with the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion
Supported team by conducting job analysis and job evaluations, resulting in quality job specifications for student
Acted as liaison between employers and colleges for Open House and major campus events
Updated and initiate follow-ups to previous students' career files
Frequently asked to interpret sessions with Deaf students during on-site employer visits and other career events
Education
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester
Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gallaudet University
2015
Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language/English Interpretation
Reynolds Community College
2013
Associate of Science - Deaf Studies
Reynolds Community College
2013
Certificate of Study - American Sign Language
Reynolds Community College
2011
Skills
Culturally sensitive, personable, and adaptive
Fluent in American Sign Language
In-depth knowledge of Deaf Culture
Computer-savvy with advance, competent use of Microsoft Office Suite
Exceptional organization and communication skills
Sensitively trained to work with individuals with disabilities
Ability to develop positive internal and external business relationships
Meticulous
Timeline
American Sign Language Interpreter
Century Park Associates
10.2015 - Current
Psychology and Legal Note Taker
Us Bank
09.2014 - 12.2015
Office Clerk
Virginia Commonwealth University, Office Of Alumni Services
01.2014 - 08.2014
Post Secondary ASL Interpreter
Reynolds Community College
01.2013 - 08.2014
American Sign Language Interpreter
Century Park Associates
03.2012 - Current
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Tutor
Reynolds Community College
01.2012 - 08.2014
College Transfer and Career Center Assistant/ASL Interpreter
Reynolds Community College
01.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gallaudet University
Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language/English Interpretation
Nicaraguan Sign Language Interpreter at Volunteer Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's WitnessesNicaraguan Sign Language Interpreter at Volunteer Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses