Dima Aladwan

• Teach courses in Levantine Arabic and MSA, integrating language instruction with cultural and historical contexts.
• Conduct research and publish scholarly work in Arabic language, linguistics, or related fields.
• Develop innovative curricula and mentor students to foster academic and professional growth.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives and contribute to departmental service.

• Conduct specialized research in Translation Studies, focusing on Translation quality assessment].
• Deliver guest lectures, seminars, or workshops on [specific topics] to enhance academic discourse and student engagement.
• Collaborate with faculty and researchers on interdisciplinary projects related to translation theory and practice.

• Provide professional interpretation services for Arabic to English and vice versa across various sectors, including legal, medical, business, and community settings.
• Facilitate effective communication between Arabic-speaking clients and non-Arabic speakers during meetings, interviews, conferences, and events.
• Ensure accurate and culturally appropriate conveyance of spoken language, maintaining the integrity of the original message.
• Manage and coordinate freelance assignments, demonstrating strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Exhibit confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive and high-stakes situations.
• Collaborate with clients to meet their specific needs and requirements for interpretation services.

• Provide accurate and culturally sensitive translation services from English to Arabic and vice versa for clients across various industries, including legal, medical, business, and academic sectors.
• Translate diverse types of content, such as documents, presentations, websites, and reports, ensuring linguistic and contextual precision.
• Collaborate with clients to meet specific project requirements, including deadlines and style preferences.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive or proprietary information.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently, demonstrating strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Stay up-to-date with language trends and industry standards to deliver high-quality translation work.

• Develop & Deliver Intensive Courses: Designed and facilitated short-term, intensive remote training sessions focused on various aspects of translation and interpretation.
• Diverse Course Offerings: Taught specialized courses including Journalistic Translation, Military and Security Translation, Audiovisual Translation, Advertising Translation, General Written Translation between English & Arabic, Simultaneous and Consecutive Interpretation, Media Translation, Economic Translation, and Editing & Proofreading in Translation.
• Curriculum Design & Instruction: Developed course curricula and instructional materials tailored to industry demands and participant learning needs, ensuring comprehensive coverage of theoretical and practical skills.
• Remote Learning Management: Utilized digital communication platforms to manage virtual classrooms, administer assessments, and provide timely feedback to enhance learner proficiency.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked closely with course participants and relevant industry professionals to continuously update and refine course content in line with evolving market trends.

This role underscores my commitment to excellence in translation training and the ability to effectively transition complex subject matter into engaging, remote learning experiences.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Translation Studies, including theoretical frameworks, practical translation techniques, and interdisciplinary applications.
• Conduct and publish research on [TQA, comparative translation methods, cultural translation, literary analysis, etc.].
• Develop curriculum and educational resources for courses in translation theory and practice.
• Mentor and advise students, fostering their academic and professional development in the field of translation.
• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects related to linguistics, literature, and cultural studies.
• Participate in departmental and institutional service activities, including committee work and academic outreach.

• Deliver instruction in Arabic language and culture to non-native speakers, focusing on communication skills, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
• Develop course materials and innovative curricula tailored to the needs of learners from diverse backgrounds and proficiency levels.
• Incorporate technology and interactive methods to enhance language acquisition and engagement.
• Mentor and guide students in their academic and linguistic growth, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct research and contribute to the field of Arabic language pedagogy through publications and academic presentations.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, including curriculum development, program evaluation, and outreach activities.

• Managed and executed the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program, a prestigious U.S. government-funded initiative for non-native speakers of Arabic.
• Oversaw all aspects of the academic-intensive programs in Madaba and Amman, serving American students and staff alike.
• Directed program staffing efforts, including entry exam/language fluency benchmarks across placement, then on with staffing process completion on daily logs.

• Assisted in teaching Arabic language courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and conversational skills.
• Supported students in developing proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic and/or Arabic dialects through one-on-one tutoring sessions and group workshops.
• Collaborated with faculty to prepare instructional materials, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Facilitated classroom activities, including discussions, language labs, and cultural immersion projects.
• Provided feedback on student assignments and language exercises to enhance learning outcomes.
• Promoted cross-cultural awareness and appreciation of Arabic-speaking cultures among students.