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Malaika M. Burns

Slidell,LA.
Malaika M. Burns

Summary

Focused Translator with highly developed understanding of Hispanic language and culture. Skilled in quickly and accurately translating written documents and audio recordings. Over 20 years of related expertise. Background includes working in dual language environments to perform document and verbal translation services. Excellent listening and communication skills with organized and systematic approach. Delivers high level of accuracy in Spanish to English translations.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

Words.Work, LLC

Interpreter
06.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry-specific terminology and jargon to accurately interpret technical or specialized language.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.

TNOLA Translation Agency

Translator/ Interpreter
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate and timely translations for various industries.
  • Provided real-time interpretation services during conferences, contributing to seamless communication between speakers and attendees.

Tammany Public Schools

Permanent Substitute, ESL Teacher
08.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Brought culture to life with diversified instructional techniques and use of multimedia strategies.
  • Coordinated classroom instruction, activities and field trips.
  • Built and maintaining positive and open relationships with parents to further support students.
  • Taught ESL students principles and practices of English in groups of up to four.

Marcelin Engineering, Rio Haina Port Inspection

Professional Translator, Copy Editor
06.2017 - 06.2017

Job overview

  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate translations within tight deadlines.
  • Provided quality translations for diverse industries, including technical documents.

Education

Barry University

Master of Sciences from Educational Technology & Computing

University of South Florida, University of New Orleans

Bachelor of Arts from Spanish

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Certificate of Medical & Legal Translating from English/Spanish Translating & Interpreting
05.2021

Skills

  • COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Smart Notebook, WordPress & Adobe Photoshop
  • Fluent Bilingualism
  • Literary Translation
  • Medical & Legal Translation
  • CAT Tool Proficiency
  • Language Teaching Experience
  • Document Translation
  • Proficiency in translation, writing, editing
  • Organized, detail-oriented and work well under pressure and deadlines
  • Very well-traveled throughout the Caribbean, Latin America and Europe, In-depth Cultural Knowledge

Timeline

Translator/ Interpreter

TNOLA Translation Agency
10.2023 - Current

Interpreter

Words.Work, LLC
06.2022 - Current

Permanent Substitute, ESL Teacher

Tammany Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Professional Translator, Copy Editor

Marcelin Engineering, Rio Haina Port Inspection
06.2017 - 06.2017

Barry University

Master of Sciences from Educational Technology & Computing

University of South Florida, University of New Orleans

Bachelor of Arts from Spanish

University of New Orleans

Certificate of Medical & Legal Translating from English/Spanish Translating & Interpreting
Malaika M. Burns