Elvia Leyva
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic bilingual professional with extensive experience in Spanish interpretation and cultural mediation at Regina Caeli Parish. Demonstrated expertise in simultaneous and consecutive interpretation, enhancing client service through accurate translation and effective public speaking. Excelled in mentoring volunteers, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and a professional demeanor. Proven track record in fostering effective communication across diverse populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
English/Spanish Interpreter and translator
Regina Caeli Parish
08.2012 - Current
- Facilitated communication by accurately interpreting conversations between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff.
- Improved comprehension by translating complex terminology into simplified language.
- Translated written materials for facilitating clear communication between parties.
- Assisted in bilingual communication, bridging language barriers effectively.
- Enabled seamless interactions by interpreting in real-time during meetings.
- Ensured confidentiality by adhering to strict ethical standards during interpretation.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to both English-and Spanish-speaking clients through skillful written and verbal communication abilities.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Assisted in the creation of bilingual marketing materials, ensuring accurate translations to reach a wider audience effectively.
- Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on Spanish language usage or cultural norms when working with diverse populations.
- Increased access to essential social services for Spanish-speaking communities by interpreting during application processes, interviews, and information sessions.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
Volunteer
Regina Caeli Parish
08.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
Education
High School Diploma -
CEBATIS #114
Ciudad Juarez, Mexico07-1984
Skills
- Spanish/English interpretation and translation
- Simultaneous interpreting
- Personnel training
- Accurate translation
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Consecutive interpretation
- Customer relations
- Telephone interpreting
- Public speaking
- Professional demeanor
Languages
Spanish
English
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteWork Availability
monday
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Timeline
English/Spanish Interpreter and translator
Regina Caeli Parish
08.2012 - Current
Volunteer
Regina Caeli Parish
08.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
CEBATIS #114
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