Halah Albayati
Fort Worth
Summary
*Professional language expert with solid background in accurate and effective communication. Skilled in interpreting complex information, bridging language barriers, and enhancing understanding in diverse settings. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving team needs, ensuring reliable support and achieving results. Proficient in multiple languages, cultural sensitivity, and maintaining confidentiality.
* Highly knowledgeable in English literature and engaged in teaching at the university level. Brought innovative teaching methodologies to life, fostering student engagement and promoting critical thinking skills. Strengths lie in curriculum development, student mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Previous work experience highlighted by successful implementation of inclusive classroom strategies and increased student retention rates. Creative professional teacher passionate about teaching English skills to prepare students for success in global workplace. Inspires students and convey educational concepts through innovative methods and instruction. Thrives in meeting challenges of cultural diversity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Interpreter
Translation And Interpretation Network
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitated patient consent processes, ensuring full comprehension of risks, benefits, and alternatives to treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide seamless interpretation services during team meetings and case conferences.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing schedules or last-minute requests for interpretation services without compromising quality of care provided to patients.
- Supported healthcare teams in establishing rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic linguistic assistance.
- Assisted legal professionals with court proceedings, ensuring clear communication between all parties involved in cases involving non-English speakers.
- Maintained client confidentiality while handling sensitive information during various types of community-based appointments and meetings.
- Improved understanding between educators and parents through interpretation services during parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, and school events.
- Increased access to essential services for non-English speaking individuals by providing on-site interpretation at various community events and meetings.
Certified Medical, Community, Business Interpreter
MasterWord Services, Inc. Translation & Interpretation
11.2024 - Current
- Interpreted services to families during process of scheduling initial visit and coordination of ongoing treatment.
- Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
- Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
- Supported social workers in providing critical resources to non-English speaking families through effective interpretation during home visits and case management meetings.
- Improved understanding between educators and parents through interpretation services during parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, and school events.
Lecturer in English
Mustansiriyah University
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Given Conversation classes to college students.
- Developed and implemented curricula for English language classes.
- Prepared teaching materials such as lectures, notes, presentations, and tests.
- Assessed student performance through exams and other assignments to evaluate progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking and discussion among students during class sessions.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay abreast of current trends in English language education.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings to share ideas or discuss issues concerning English language education.
Administrative Office Manager
Mustansiriyah University
04.2012 - 08.2024
- Organized the filing system and managed daily operations of the office.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including scheduling meetings and events.
- Handled incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence from clients and vendors.
- Ordered office supplies and equipment when necessary.
- Coordinated special events such as conferences, seminars, receptions.
- Prepared agendas and took minutes during meetings.
- Served as a liaison between departments within the organization.
- Organized and kept detailed files and archives for further reference.
- Conducted official letters and correspondences with other offices and department within the university and other ministries.
Translator and Interpreter
Mustansiriyah University
04.2012 - 08.2024
- Translated documents from English to Arabic and vice versa for various clients.
- Interpreted conversations between English-speaking clients and Arabic-speaking staff members.
- Provided written translations of legal, medical, and technical documents.
- Conducted consecutive and simultaneous interpretation at meetings, conferences, and court hearings.
- Edited translated materials to ensure accuracy of content, spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and formatting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of specialized terminology in areas such as law enforcement, finance, engineering, science, medicine.
English Interpreter
Global Sports Partners, Global Linguistic Solution
07.2010 - 04.2012
- Translated and interpreted spoken language between English and target language at various events.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with clients in English and target language.
- Prepared written translations for documents such as brochures, manuals, reports, forms.
- Attended regular training sessions in order to stay current with industry standards.
Education
Certificate - Medical Interpretation
Translation And Interpretation Network
Fort Worth, TX10-2024
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Mustansiriyah University
05-2023
Certificate - Acdademic Writing
University College London
United Kingdom (remote)08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Translation
Mustansiriyah University
06-2010
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- University Education
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Report Preparation
- Patient confidentiality
- Consecutive interpreting
- Language fluency
- Cross-cultural communication
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Interpretation ethics
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Professional
Contact
Fort Worth, TX 76177
Education and Training
Baghdad, Iraq, Texas USA
Timeline
Certified Medical Interpreter
Translation And Interpretation Network
11.2024 - Current
Certified Medical, Community, Business Interpreter
MasterWord Services, Inc. Translation & Interpretation
11.2024 - Current
Lecturer in English
Mustansiriyah University
05.2023 - 08.2024
Administrative Office Manager
Mustansiriyah University
04.2012 - 08.2024
Translator and Interpreter
Mustansiriyah University
04.2012 - 08.2024
English Interpreter
Global Sports Partners, Global Linguistic Solution
07.2010 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Translation
Mustansiriyah University
Certificate - Medical Interpretation
Translation And Interpretation Network
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Mustansiriyah University
Certificate - Acdademic Writing
University College London
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