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Crystal Juarez

Conway,AR

Summary

Recent Criminology and Addiction Studies graduate from the University of Central Arkansas. I have extensive leadership experience, who adapts well with change. Experience in collecting raw data from a variety of scholarly sources to identify crime related activity within different states, experienced and analyzed courtroom observations. As well as debriefing court cases. Outstanding bilingual communication skills that can manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Always willing to take on added responsibilities to meet goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker who utilizes strong organizational skills, communication skills, interpersonal skills and problem solving skills.

I have experience working in a rapid pace of work while multitasking.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bilingual Interpreter/Legal Assistant

James Law Firm
Little Rock, AR
08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between English and Spanish-speaking parties in both verbal and written forms.
  • Managed simultaneous interpretation tasks while maintaining accuracy of the original message.
  • Provided onsite interpreting services to community organizations such as hospitals, schools, courts, social service agencies.
  • Edited translated materials to ensure that they are linguistically accurate and culturally appropriate for target audiences.
  • Conducted consecutive interpretations during meetings, conferences, interviews, court hearings, and other events.
  • Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
  • Interpreted conference calls and other workplace communications in real-time.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
  • Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.

Kpa Teacher

Childcare Network
Conway
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to maintain accurate records
  • Focus on cultivating a safe and welcoming environment

Sales Associate

Rue 21
Conway
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal and engage customers
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.

Sales Associate

Lane Bryant
North Little Rock
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers
  • Engaged with customers to build loyalty
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build lasting relationships
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.

Tax Assistant

Cora Jones Tax Service
Gurdon
01.2016 - 05.2019
  • Reviewing tax returns
  • Translating for hispanic clients
  • Taking calls and making appointments
  • Performing basic administrative work
  • Filing and ensuring deadlines are met.

Education

Intro to Criminal Law, Social Research Methods, Social Statistics, Correctional systems, Police & Society, White Collar Crime, Juvenile Delinquency - Criminology

University Of Central Arkansas
05.2023

Skills

  • Critical thinking skills
  • Debriefing Cases
  • Leadership skills
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Positive reinforcement strategies
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Active Listening
  • Spanish Fluency
  • Microsoft Office
  • Courtroom Procedures
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Data Entry

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Bilingual Interpreter/Legal Assistant

James Law Firm
08.2023 - Current

Kpa Teacher

Childcare Network
05.2022 - 06.2023

Sales Associate

Rue 21
11.2021 - 06.2022

Sales Associate

Lane Bryant
03.2021 - 10.2021

Tax Assistant

Cora Jones Tax Service
01.2016 - 05.2019

Intro to Criminal Law, Social Research Methods, Social Statistics, Correctional systems, Police & Society, White Collar Crime, Juvenile Delinquency - Criminology

University Of Central Arkansas
Crystal Juarez