Jessica Rafanan
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated ASL interpreter with a strong focus on visual communication and effective educational support. Known for facilitating language access and enhancing classroom experiences for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Itinerant/Educational ASL Interpreter
ProCare Therapy
Fontana, California
02.2026 - Current
- Provided direct interpretation services during classroom instruction and activities.
- Facilitated communication among students, teachers, and staff to enhance understanding and collaboration.
- Translated complex concepts from English into ASL, ensuring clarity and comprehension during classroom instruction.
Educational ASL Interpreter
Clovis Unified School District
Fresno, California
2019 - 12.2024
- Facilitated communication between teachers and deaf or hard-of-hearing students to enhance learning experience.
- Interpreted spoken language into American Sign Language for students in a school setting
- Employed visuals, fingerspelling, and guided materials to improve comprehension for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Sciences
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA12-2018
Skills
- ASL interpretation
- Sign language fluency
- Educational interpreting
- Visual communication
- Non-manual signals
- Analytical skills
Certification
- EIPA Certification - 4.0
Timeline
Itinerant/Educational ASL Interpreter
ProCare Therapy
02.2026 - Current
Educational ASL Interpreter
Clovis Unified School District
2019 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Sciences
California State University, Fresno