Ivette Ondina
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Driven interpreter and document translator with a proven track record at CCSD, showcasing exceptional bilingual fluency and cultural sensitivity. Excelled in facilitating real-time, accurate communication between English and Spanish speakers, enhancing understanding and service delivery. Demonstrated strong multitasking and interpersonal skills, ensuring confidentiality and ethical standards in all translations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Interpreter/Document Translator
CCSD
09.1999 - Current
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Provided oral interpretations for parents during meetings and special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
- Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
- Enhanced communication between school personnel and non-English speakers parents by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
- Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
- Kept up-to-date with industry-specific terminology and jargon to accurately interpret technical or specialized language.
- Enabled timely delivery of services to non-English speaking parents by translating written documents accurately and efficiently.
- Enhanced communication between English and Spanish speakers by accurately interpreting in real-time during educational meetings.
Hostess
Ceaser Palace Entertainment
11.1991 - 01.1992
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
- Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
- Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
University Gardens High School
San Juan, Puerto Rico05.1985
Skills
Fluent Bilingualism
Client Support
Professional ethics
Client Confidentiality
Interpersonal Communication
Cross-cultural communication
Spanish Fluency
Sight Translation
Interpretation Equipment Use
Accurate Translation
Multitasking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Client Service
Information Interpretation
Hiking, walking, dancing
One of my passions is hiking, connect with nature. I also love to workout, not only to stay in shape but for health purpose. I love dancing and listening to music.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Interpreter/Document Translator
CCSD
09.1999 - Current
Hostess
Ceaser Palace Entertainment
11.1991 - 01.1992
High School Diploma -
University Gardens High School