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Julia Ortega

Turlock,CA

Summary

Dynamic bilingual professional with extensive experience as an Instructional Aide at Delhi Unified School District and a Qualified Medical Interpreter. Excelled in fostering inclusive environments and enhancing academic and health communication. Skilled in Spanish-English translation and cultural awareness, adept at collaborative learning and patient support. Proven track record in improving language acquisition strategies and patient care communication.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Aide

Delhi Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide classroom support for 20 kindergarteners and 23 sixth-graders by preparing materials, managing small groups and one on one support, and assisting with instruction.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive environment for multilingual learners by offering guidance in English and Spanish.
  • Collaborate with teachers to implement effective strategies for language acquisition and academic success.
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including attendance tracking and maintaining student academic performance and student records on ESGI (student academic assessments)

Qualified Medical Interpreter

I Lingo and California Interpreting Agency
08.2016 - 03.2017
  • Delivered accurate Spanish-English interpretation for 5-7 patients daily for healthcare providers during consultations, procedures, and follow-up appointment’s.
  • Ensured clear communication regarding medical diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Supported front and back office operations, including scheduling, patient check-ins, and preparing medical charts.
  • Translated written documents, such as consent forms and patient medical history, between English and Spanish.

Receptionist/Medical Assistant

Romeo Medical Clinic
03.2004 - 04.2010
  • Scheduled appointments, managed patient files, and facilitated communication between staff and Spanish-speaking patients.
  • Handled clinical procedures, including vital sign checks and preparing patients for exams.
  • Facilitated interpretation services for 5-10 patients daily to bridge language barriers between patients and providers.

* References - Available upon request *

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA
12-2025

Associate of Arts - Communications

Merced College
Merced, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish written and oral communication
  • Cultural wareness
  • Student needs support
  • Collaborative learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Learning modality knowledge

Timeline

Instructional Aide

Delhi Unified School District
08.2024 - Current

Qualified Medical Interpreter

I Lingo and California Interpreting Agency
08.2016 - 03.2017

Receptionist/Medical Assistant

Romeo Medical Clinic
03.2004 - 04.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

California State University, Stanislaus

Associate of Arts - Communications

Merced College
Julia Ortega