Daisy Silk
Cheney,WA
Summary
Focused Translator with highly developed understanding of Marshallese language and culture. Skilled in quickly and accurately translating written documents and audio recordings. Excellent listening and communication skills with organized and systemic approach.
Background includes working with nonprofits as a volunteer, doing translations and interpretations, and help organize workshops for American volunteers heading to the Marshall Islands for humanitarian work.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Translator and Interpreter
RiMajol I&T
03.2024 - Current
Helped with translations from English to Marshallese for the City of Airway Heights development projects for US 2 highway.
Translator and Interpreter
Living Islands - Teach Local, Learn Global
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Translated documents from English to Marshallese.
- Translated audio and visual recordings from English to Marshallese and Marshallese to English
Caregiver
Abba's Love
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Receptionist and Assistant
Taiwan Embassy, Marshall Islands
06.2009 - 09.2009
Greeted visitors to the Embassy and assisted the Secretary by confirming appointments for the Ambassador and other staff members, as well as directing important calls for the Secretary. Helped with translations from Marshallese to English and English to Marshallese. Helped the Secretary book flights for Marshallese diplomats and dignitaries flying to and from Taiwan to the Marshall Islands; make hotel reservations for Taiwanese volunteers such as doctors and nurses coming to the Marshall Islands.
Food Prep and Cashier
Subway
10.2005 - 07.2006
- Prepped food
- Made sandwiches for customers
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, and credit card transactions.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
College of The Marshall Islands
Majuro, Marshall Islands06.2017
Skills
- Written Translation
- Excellent Listening Abilities
- Fluent Bilingualism
- Effective Communication Techniques
Certification
- Certified Marshallese Interpreter for Medical Genetics. Certified by Regional Genetics Networks (RGN) and Western States (RGN) on April 25th 2023
Additional Information
Volunteered as an interpreter for relatives and friends during medical, dental and eye appointments.
Love helping others and working as a volunteer to help better the lives of other community members.
Over 10 years of experience working with the Marshallese Communities in Oregon and Washington as a volunteer. Helped find solutions to problems such as funding for events, and help members apply for insurance, work and etc. Also, helped as an interpreter during events with some nonprofit organizations. Helped organize events for Marshallese Communities in Spokane, such as Marshallese May Day Celebrations and Health Fairs. Worked closely as a volunteer with community leaders in Spokane for the betterment of the Marshallese Community in Spokane.
Timeline
Translator and Interpreter
RiMajol I&T
03.2024 - Current
Translator and Interpreter
Living Islands - Teach Local, Learn Global
01.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Abba's Love
10.2013 - 01.2015
Receptionist and Assistant
Taiwan Embassy, Marshall Islands
06.2009 - 09.2009
Food Prep and Cashier
Subway
10.2005 - 07.2006
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
College of The Marshall Islands
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