Karen Cristina Camargo
Redondo Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated person successfully facilitates communication between people of different cultures and backgrounds. Brings wealth of knowledge and experience to organizations requiring interpretation and translation services. Committed to providing quality service and results.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent/ School Interpreter (Portuguese- Spanish- English)
Bartholomew Consolidate School Corporation
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Communicated with families and school to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
- Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
- Facilitated communication between school and Brazilian/ Hispanic speaking families.
- Interpreted for parent-teacher conferences and other school-based events.
- Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Translate documents as needed.
Latino Pastoral Associate
Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church
08.2020 - 02.2023
- Worked in collaboration with the Parish Pastor to provide the Hispanic community opportunities for faith development, leadership training, pastoral ministry training and building bridges with other communities to become one Parish.
- Coordinated RCIA program
- Coordinated Bible Study
- Chaired the Spanish Ministries Council and worked with the council in coordinating responses and ministry strategies to the execution of programs, events, and initiatives.
- Worked in collaboration with the Catholic School developing ways to promote the school within the community.
- Worked with the staff to translate materials when needed.
- Advocated for the needs of the Latino community within the community.
- Analyzed/ identified issues or concerns related to the Hispanic population in the US.
- Coordinated and provided pastoral ministry to the Latino Community (funeral preparation, sick/homebound ministries, Immigration assistance, need calls, etc.)
- Organized religious activities and services.
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Assisted with fundraising activities.
- Participated and organized religious ceremonies, church events, weekly Mass, and liturgy.
- Participated in various outreach programs.
- Facilitated worship services, encouraging participation from congregation.
- Provided guidance to members of congregation.
- Educated members of congregation on religious beliefs and practices.
- Provided pastoral counseling to members of congregation.
Children Faith Formation Assistant
Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church
03.2017 - 08.2020
- Coordinated training and spiritual growth opportunities for Volunteers.
- Coordinated educational opportunities for parents.
- Coordinated Children’s Liturgy of the Word program.
- Planned and leaded Religious Education classes for children.
- Worked in conjunction with the CFF Coordinator for the planning, coordination and supervision of
various programs and events hosted by Children’s Faith Formation, including, but not limited to,
Sunday Children’s Faith Formation classes, Children’s Masses, CFF gatherings and special events,
Sacramental Preparation events including the Easter Vigil, Vacation Bible School, Fundraisers,
and the Christmas Eve Children’s Mass. - Attended parish meetings and events as a representative of Children’s Faith Formation
- Acted as a liaison/translator between the CFF Coordinator and Spanish language volunteers,
Spanish language families and/or the Hispanic community of the parish. - Supervised volunteers and attendees of CFF events and programs.
- Offered ministerial assistance and support to the Children’s Faith Formation Coordinator, Volunteers and families as needed.
- Assisted in the clerical duties of the CFF Office.
English Second Language Teacher Assistant
Taylorsville Elementary School
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted and guided students to reinforce reading, language arts, computer instruction, and other skills.
- Worked with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
- Assisted professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
- Assisted in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
- Assisted with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
- Assisted with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensuring a safe and orderly classroom, and ensuring students are on task.
- Assisted students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
- Accompanied students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
- Constructed, copied and distributed educational materials as needed.
- Assisted teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
- Assisted students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
- Participated in IEP process and served as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
- Assisted students with disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
- Followed all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
Volunteer Teacher
Spanish Learning Center FFY
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Conducted classes for children immigrants desiring to learn foreign language.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
Portuguese Teacher in International Relations Career
Iberoamericana University
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
Portuguese Teacher – Levels 1 to 6
Casa do Brasil – Language School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Elementary Teacher
Immaculate Mary Elementary and High School
01.1999 - 01.2004
Elementary Teacher
State Government School of Rio Grande do Sul
01.1997 - 01.2004
Coordinator and Educational Guidance assistant
Dom Bosco Elementary School
01.1997 - 01.1998
Education
Degree in Education - Education Elementary School
Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul University
Porto Alegre, RS01.2005
Education/ Elementary School Teacher Certification -
Nossa Senhora do Brasil High School
Porto Alegre, RS01.1994
Skills
- Work independently and collaborativelly in a team environment
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Organized and detail oriented with a strong work ethic
- Portuguese, Spanish, and English Language
Volunteer Opportunities
- Su Casa Columbus – assisting Latino families with translation, immigration process, housing
- Foundation For Youth – Spanish Teacher
- BCSC Cultural Learning Center – English Conversation Group Facilitator
Courses And Exhibitions
- 2005, II Portuguese Congress in Foreign Language, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- 2006, III Portuguese Congress in Foreign Language, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- 2012, The Emotional Dimension of Teaching and its impact on Learning, Iberoamericana Leon University
- 2012, Exhibitor at the Portuguese Language Corner with the theme: Rio de Janeiro, Iberoamericana Leon University
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Parent/ School Interpreter (Portuguese- Spanish- English)
Bartholomew Consolidate School Corporation
02.2023 - 07.2023
Latino Pastoral Associate
Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church
08.2020 - 02.2023
Children Faith Formation Assistant
Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church
03.2017 - 08.2020
English Second Language Teacher Assistant
Taylorsville Elementary School
07.2016 - 06.2017
Volunteer Teacher
Spanish Learning Center FFY
08.2015 - 08.2016
Portuguese Teacher in International Relations Career
Iberoamericana University
01.2012 - 01.2013
Portuguese Teacher – Levels 1 to 6
Casa do Brasil – Language School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Elementary Teacher
Immaculate Mary Elementary and High School
01.1999 - 01.2004
Elementary Teacher
State Government School of Rio Grande do Sul
01.1997 - 01.2004
Coordinator and Educational Guidance assistant
Dom Bosco Elementary School
01.1997 - 01.1998
Degree in Education - Education Elementary School
Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul University
Education/ Elementary School Teacher Certification -
Nossa Senhora do Brasil High School
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