Jazzi Jackson
Heflin,LA
Summary
Experienced communication professional with ASL interpreting, tax preparation, and classroom support background. Skilled in active listening, cultural competency, and attention to detail while helping clients, students, and staff communicate clearly and accurately.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
American Sign Language Interpreter
New Horizons
Shreveport, Louisiana
03.2024 - Current
- Interpreted American Sign Language for New Horizons clients during appointments and meetings.
- Facilitated effective communication between deaf individuals and staff, thereby enhancing understanding across service settings.
- Assisted Deaf clients in accessing essential services, including medical appointments and job interviews, improving their engagement with community resources.
- Prepared for sessions by reviewing schedules, relevant vocabulary, and specific participant needs to ensure smooth interactions.
Tax Preparer
Liberty Tax Services
Bossier City, Louisiana
01.2022 - Current
- Interviewed Liberty Tax Services clients to gather income, deduction, and filing details.
- Reviewed W-2s, 1099s, and receipts for accuracy before return filing.
- Prepared federal and state tax returns using Liberty Tax Services software.
Substitute Teacher
Webster Parish School Board
Minden, LA
01.2011 - Current
- Implemented teacher lesson plans across Webster Parish School Board classrooms to ensure continuity in student learning.
- Facilitated classroom behavior management to create a positive and orderly learning environment.
- Recorded daily student attendance in classrooms. and updated daily student records.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Science
Remington College
Fort Worth, TX04-2008
Skills
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Cultural competency
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Financial literacy
Timeline
American Sign Language Interpreter
New Horizons
03.2024 - Current
Tax Preparer
Liberty Tax Services
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Webster Parish School Board
01.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Science
Remington College