DARLEEN HUTTO
Lake Jackson,Texas
Summary
Experienced Sign Language Interpreter specializing in medical interpretation, simultaneous interpreting, and confidential communication. Known for active listening, ethical judgment, and accurate cross-cultural liaison across healthcare, education, and community settings.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Language Interpreter
Self Employed Services
Northeast Florida, FL
08.1986 - 05.2018
- Provided interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in a variety of settings, including medical appointments, college classes, meetings, and conferences.
- Facilitated communication between deaf clients and hearing professionals in healthcare settings.
- Interpreted spoken language into sign language and vice versa accurately and quickly to facilitate communication between deaf and non-deaf parties.
- Clarified spoken content and visual cues for smooth client communication.
- Interpreted American Sign Language for self-employed clients during meetings and appointments.
- Maintained confidentiality while supporting private consultations and sensitive discussions.
- Observed nonverbal cues to ensure understanding was achieved by all parties involved in the conversation.
- Adapted signing style for education, business, and personal service environments.
- Ensured accuracy when translating complex concepts or technical terminology related to various subjects.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as teachers, doctors, counselors and social workers in order to provide comprehensive support for clients' needs.
- Maintained neutrality while interpreting and refraining from expressing personal opinions or inserting oneself into conversations.
- Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Identified and resolved conflicts in translation or interpretation of words or concepts.
- Taught ASL classes at community centers for adults interested in learning how to communicate using sign language.
- Translated documents such as letters, emails, contracts, legal forms, from English to American Sign Language or other signed languages for those who are unable to read written materials.
- Adhered to local state laws regarding confidentiality when working with clients' sensitive information.
- Assessed client needs to identify the appropriate type of interpretation required.
- Contributed to planning process to help those with hearing impairment better function in environments.
- Translated spoken messages into clear sign language during community events.
- Adhered to ethical codes that protect information confidentiality.
- Confirmed accuracy of technical terms and terminology and remained consistent during translation revisions.
- Accompanied tourists to enhance their understanding of local culture who speak another language to appreciate context and culture of foreign setting.
- Trained other translators or interpreters in specialized field terminology.
- Accompanied tourists to enhance their understanding of local culture who speak another language to appreciate context and culture of foreign setting.
- Trained other translators or interpreters in specialized field terminology.
Adjunct Professor
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
08.1986 - 05.1991
- Delivered course instruction that engaged students and met Florida State College at Jacksonville curriculum standards.
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials to enhancethe student learning experience.
- Facilitated student discussions and addressed academic needs to foster an inclusive classroom environment.
- Assessed assignments, quizzes, and exams using college grading guidelines.
Education
Humanities Studies
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Advanced sign language
- Medical interpretation
- Simultaneous interpreting
- Client confidentiality
- Confidential communication
- Ethical judgment
- Deaf culture awareness
- Cross cultural liaison
- Memory retention
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Affiliations
- +I became a Certified Florida Master Gardener. I served Duval County Florida for 2 years doing Garden Club presentations. Additionally, served as Editor of "Herbal Thymes, a monthly newsletter for the Jacksonville Herb Club."
Timeline
Sign Language Interpreter
Self Employed Services
08.1986 - 05.2018
Adjunct Professor
Florida State College at Jacksonville
08.1986 - 05.1991
Humanities Studies
Jacksonville University