Jonathan Steele
Wolfeboro
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable volunteer with experience at Open Network, providing real-time translation and cultural mediation. Fluent in both Spanish and English, with the ability to facilitate seamless communication across language barriers. Proven ability to foster teamwork and community engagement while ensuring clarity in communication. Skilled in problem-solving and organization, enhancing event success and participant satisfaction through effective logistical support and interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Open Network
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Live Interpretation: Provide real-time Spanish-English and English-Spanish translation during sermons, conferences, workshops, and team meetings.
- Conversational Translation: Assist team members in one-on-one or group conversations with locals, including community members, church leaders, and ministry partners.
- Cultural Mediation: Ensure messages are accurately conveyed while considering cultural nuances and expressions to maintain clarity and respect.
- Ministry Support: Help team members share testimonies, prayers, and encouragement with the local community.
- Travel Assistance: Assist with logistics such as coordinating transportation, lodging arrangements, and navigating unfamiliar locations by communicating with local contacts.
- Document Translation: If needed, translate written materials such as schedules, event flyers, or training materials for the mission team.
Volunteer
Mexican Restaurant
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Learned to communicate with people who don't know my language
Camp Counselor
Camp Sentinel
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of diverse ages, interests, and developmental levels, adapting activities to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Created an engaging and supportive environment, fostering communication, teamwork, and confidence among campers.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp policies, supervising group activities, and responding proactively to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups through structured activities, providing clear instructions and maintaining an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere.
- Served as a positive role model, demonstrating leadership, patience, and adaptability in dynamic settings.
- Developed strong communication skills by guiding campers through new experiences, resolving conflicts, and offering constructive feedback.
Camp Counselor
Solid Rock Bible Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with children of diverse ages, interests, and developmental levels, adapting activities to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Created an engaging and supportive environment, fostering communication, teamwork, and confidence among campers.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp policies, supervising group activities, and responding proactively to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups through structured activities, providing clear instructions and maintaining an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere.
- Served as a positive role model, demonstrating leadership, patience, and adaptability in dynamic settings.
- Developed strong communication skills by guiding campers through new experiences, resolving conflicts, and offering constructive feedback.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
Education
Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Tefl
Online06-2024
High School Diploma -
Home Life Academy
Tennessee 06-2024
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and dependability
- Community engagement
Accomplishments
- Bilingual Communication & Translation: Provided real-time translation in both Spanish and English for speakers and group discussions during mission trips to Bolivia and Peru, ensuring effective cross-cultural communication.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Served as a camp counselor, guiding children of various ages through activities while fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
- Community Engagement: Actively contributed to Open Network, facilitating teamwork and cultural understanding through translation and logistical support.
- Education & Teaching: Assisted in language learning and communication, developing skills that align with teaching and mentoring roles.
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Navigated dynamic environments in mission work and camp settings, demonstrating strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Certification
Level 5 TEFL Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer
Open Network
01.2025 - 02.2025
Volunteer
Mexican Restaurant
07.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Camp Sentinel
06.2023 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
Solid Rock Bible Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Tefl
High School Diploma -
Home Life Academy
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