Janka Demiri
Sterling Heights
Summary
Accomplished ELD Instructor, Community Outreach and Albanian Interpreter at Royal Oak Schools, with a proven track record in utilizing fluent bilingualism and cross-cultural communication to enhance understanding and improve students' performance and foster community outreach. Expert in legal support as a Paralegal Specialist, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and professional ethics. Achieved significant improvements in client and student engagement through innovative strategies and teamwork.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Albanian Interpreter
Royal Oak Schools
- 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 clients during 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.
ELD Instructor, Community Outreach
Royal Oak Schools
08.2009 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Paralegal Specialist
Law Firm of Andrea J Ferrara
07.2004 - 07.2009
- Prepared comprehensive trial materials, ensuring cases were well-prepared for court proceedings.
- Supported attorneys during trials by organizing exhibits, taking notes on witness testimony, and coordinating logistics in the courtroom.
- Investigated claims and prepared processing documentation.
- Supported immigration law proceedings by managing (and translating) documents and filling out forms such as birth/family certificates, background checks, immigration form.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Development
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI06.2011
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Oakland Community College
Royal Oak, MI06.2004
Skills
- Fluent Bilingualism
- Client/ Students/ Community Support
- Professional ethics
- Analytical Thinking
- Task Prioritization
- Cross-cultural communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Confidential Information Protection
- Professional Demeanor
Languages
Albanian
Full Professional
Timeline
ELD Instructor, Community Outreach
Royal Oak Schools
08.2009 - Current
Paralegal Specialist
Law Firm of Andrea J Ferrara
07.2004 - 07.2009
Albanian Interpreter
Royal Oak Schools
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Development
Oakland University
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Oakland Community College
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