Kristen Curty
Derry,NH
Summary
Experienced with American Sign Language interpreting, ensuring clear and effective communication. Utilizes deep understanding of deaf culture and linguistic nuances to enhance interactions. Strong understanding of importance of confidentiality and accuracy in professional settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
A.S.L. American Sign Language Interpreting
Manchester School District
02.2003 - Current
- Provide services for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and staff within an educational setting; services include sign and voice interpreting, tutoring for students in mainstream settings and self-contained classrooms.
Freelance Interpreter
Freelance Interpreting
01.2005 - Current
- Provide interpreting and transliteration services to various consumers meeting demands in various settings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients to ensure ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
- Adapted interpreting techniques to meet specific client needs and contexts.
- Interpreted complex medical, and technical with high accuracy.
- Provide platform interpreting as well as a passing for theatrical, performance, concerts and the arts.
Video Relay Interpreter
Sorenson V.R.S.
05.2012 - Current
- Provide Services for Deaf/Hard of Hearing through video relay phone: voice and sign.
- NH center closed - Rehired in MA
- Facilitated effective communication between deaf and hearing individuals using video relay technology.
- Interpreted conversations in real-time, ensuring accuracy and clarity of messages exchanged.
Intern
Northeast Independent Living Program (N.I.L.P.)
01.2003 - 05.2003
Intern
D.E.A.F. Inc.
09.2002 - 12.2002
Intern
Turning Point Group Home
01.1998 - 05.1998
Education
Associate of Science - Deaf Studies
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA01.2002
Associate of Science - ITP Interpreter Training Program
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MA01.2003
ASL 101
Notre Dame College
Manchester, NH01.1995
Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PA01.1997
Gallaudet University
Washington, D.C.Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Professional ethics
- Consecutive/simultaneous interpreting
- Message clarity
- Idiomatic expressions
- Deaf culture awareness
Certification
- Certified National Certified Interpreter NIC
- EIPA K-12
Timeline
Video Relay Interpreter
Sorenson V.R.S.
05.2012 - Current
Freelance Interpreter
Freelance Interpreting
01.2005 - Current
A.S.L. American Sign Language Interpreting
Manchester School District
02.2003 - Current
Intern
Northeast Independent Living Program (N.I.L.P.)
01.2003 - 05.2003
Intern
D.E.A.F. Inc.
09.2002 - 12.2002
Intern
Turning Point Group Home
01.1998 - 05.1998
Bloomsburg University
Gallaudet University
Associate of Science - Deaf Studies
Northern Essex Community College
Associate of Science - ITP Interpreter Training Program
Northern Essex Community College
ASL 101
Notre Dame College
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