Deeqa Xasan
Garden City Public Schools
Minneapolis,MN
2
Years of experience
Compassionate and dedicated Bachelor of Social Work graduate with hands-on experience supporting students, families, women, and adults in school, community, and nonprofit settings. Fluent in Somali with professional experience providing Somali-English interpretation. Experienced as a paraprofessional, social work intern, community volunteer, and student support worker. Strong in active listening, relationship building, cultural awareness, teamwork, problem-solving, and connecting individuals and families with support and resources. Seeking a position in social services, family support, community outreach, education, or human services.
Work History
Somali Interpreter & Paraprofessional
2 Years 3 Months- Somali Interpreter
- Provide Somali-English interpretation for students, families, teachers, and school staff.
- Help Somali-speaking families understand school information, programs, services, and resources.
- Interpret during meetings, conversations, school activities, and other situations requiring language support.
- Help families communicate their questions, concerns, and needs to school staff.
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate respect for students and families.
- Support positive relationships between families and school staff through culturally responsive communication.
- Paraprofessional
- Support students with educational, classroom, and social needs.
- Work closely with teachers to help students participate and succeed in school.
- Provide individual and classroom support based on student needs.
- Encourage students and contribute to a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Assist students with classroom activities, routines, and assignments.
- Work with students from diverse cultural, educational, and personal backgrounds.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
- Academic Excellence and Outstanding Achievement
- GPA: 3.7
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Social Work
- Academic Excellence Award
- Outstanding Performance Award
- Ambassador Leader Award
- Certificate of Excellence
- Buff Buddy Award
- GPA: 3.99
Skills
Client support
Professional ethics
Client confidentiality
Cultural competence
Time management
Affiliations
- Culture Club
- InterAct
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
- GCCC TRIO
Timeline
Somali Interpreter & Paraprofessional
Garden City Public Schools
06.2023 - 09.2025Read More
Garden City Community College
Associate in Science (A.S.) from Social Work
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Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
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