Provided expert medical interpretation across diverse venues, ensuring clear and accurate communication for community and worker's compensation cases
Spanish English translator
Westat Inc
05.2017 - 02.2028
Performed precise English to Spanish translations, maintaining high-quality standards to meet organizational needs with attention to detail and timely delivery
Managed multiple tasks efficiently, demonstrating strong prioritization skills and consistently meeting all deadlines
Conducted Spanish assessments for potential candidates, effectively communicating results to supervisors with assessment accuracy
Managed priorities and workflow within the Translation Department with utmost discretion, ensuring confidentiality and efficiency
Led project management efforts, ensuring timely and professional delivery of documents aligned with company objectives through effective project coordination
Delivered comprehensive administrative and policy support to complete assignments, meeting company expectations and emphasizing organizational support
Drafted and proofread diverse project documents with precision, ensuring alignment with the company's mission and showcasing document accuracy
Spanish English Interpreter
Language Innovations
02.2010 - Current
Provided legal interpretation services for the George Washington Legal Clinic, ensuring accurate and precise communication in legal settings
Spanish language Instructor
Multilingual Solutions
04.2013 - 07.2013
Instructed US State Department diplomats in Spanish using the ILR method, enhancing language proficiency through personalized one-on-one teaching
Utilized diverse materials, including textbooks and multimedia, to support communicative language teaching
Integrated various technologies into the classroom to enhance the learning experience and facilitate effective communication skills
ESL Teacher, Part-time Adjunct Faculty Member
Montgomery College
10.2007 - Current
Educated metropolitan area adult ESL students in Reading, Writing, and Communication Skills across multiple levels, enhancing language proficiency
Collaborated with American Sign Language interpreters to facilitate effective classroom communication and taught Workplace English and Spanish, highlighting curriculum development skills
Utilized textbooks, realia, and internet resources to support communicative language teaching, fostering practical language use
Implemented classroom technologies to enhance the learning environment and promote interactive learning
Encouraged 'Beyond the Classroom Learning' by advising students on cultural activities, reinforcing language practice outside the classroom
Executive Assistant to the Ambassador
Permanent Mission of Argentina to the Organization of American States
03.2003 - 03.2008
Planned and managed the Ambassador's daily agenda, ensuring effective time management for individual visits
Served as the primary contact for OAS-related visits, coordinating with high-ranked officials to ensure smooth interactions, highlighting diplomatic communication
Prepared thorough briefs for the Ambassador, ensuring readiness for meetings with crucial preparation and insight
Managed complex calendars and travel logistics, demonstrating strong organizational abilities
Coordinated security and logistical clearances for VIP visits, emphasizing security management
Maintained 24/7 availability, showcasing dedication and commitment to the role and ensuring the Ambassador's needs were consistently met
Coordinated and scheduled in-person meetings and created travel requests, ensuring efficient travel arrangements with prioritized logistics
Monitored and screened the Ambassador's mailbox, ensuring appropriate routing of correspondence and information
Assisted in planning and coordination of embassy meetings and events, ensuring appropriate venue selection and hospitality arrangements
Demonstrated knowledge of embassy administrative policies and procedures, effectively communicating these to others
Demonstrated excellence in administrative and organizational skills, enhancing the quality of office support services
Experienced working under pressure, handling activities, and establishing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated extensive experience in successfully coordinating complex tasks
Demonstrated tact in handling, processing, and communicating matters of a sensitive and confidential nature
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to independently respond to diverse inquiries
Exhibited excellent interpersonal skills, effectively working in a team-oriented, multicultural environment
Founder and Spanish Coordinator
Lazos de Amistad
09.2001 - 12.2013
Founded a multilingual communication company, delivering comprehensive language solutions to enhance client relationships across various sectors
Developed foreign language curricula and instructed trainers to improve teaching methodologies and oral competency assessments
Provided detailed feedback to students, facilitating performance improvements in oral and written communication
Supervised instructors to implement innovative teaching techniques, enhancing the learning experience
Trained educators to adopt diverse teaching methods, boosting student proficiency in written and oral languages
Prepared supplemental materials for instructors, coordinating efforts to support cohesive teaching strategies
Analyzed and refined curriculum to align with program objectives, ensuring high-quality language courses
Trained educators to facilitate both controlled and free practice, supporting student language development
Monitored discussion activities, ensuring students received effective stimuli for dynamic engagement
Utilized software and authentic materials to enrich language learning environments, fostering active student participation
Provided diverse language services, including translation, interpretation, and proofreading, delivering comprehensive language solutions
Performed international document translations into Spanish and English, ensuring linguistic accuracy
Led the editing of translated documents into Spanish, ensuring quality and cultural accuracy
Bi-lingual Producer & Editor
Maryland Public Television (MPT)
02.2006 - 07.2006
Served as Bilingual Producer & Editor for MPT's show, MotorWeek, demonstrating linguistic and editing skills
Translator
The Centech Group
02.2006 - 08.2006
Managed translation, proofreading, and editing of a 100,000+ word document for the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring thorough analysis
Freelance Translator and In-House Translator
Interamerican Development Bank
04.2003 - 06.2006
Delivered translation and interpretation services for financial and legal documents, highlighting accuracy and expertise
Translation Coordinator
National Geographic Society
09.2002 - 06.2015
Supported the Translation Department in managing translation approvals for global channels, demonstrating oversight capabilities
Coordinated and supervised translations for the General Belgrano Cruiser Documentary, ensuring project accuracy
Managed the proofreading and editing of television scripts translated for broadcast in Latin America and Spain, ensuring linguistic excellence
Completed diverse translation projects ensuring linguistic accuracy
Ensured the accuracy and cultural fidelity of translated television scripts for Latin America and Spain, emphasizing cultural adaptation
EFL Teacher, Adjunct Faculty Member
Military Academy of the Nation
04.1995 - 04.2001
Conducted university-level ESL classes, enhancing cadet proficiency in Reading, Writing, and Communication Skills
Offered extensive oral and written feedback to students, promoting performance improvement
Supervised instructors to implement innovative teaching techniques, optimizing language instruction
Enhanced academic skills and promoted critical thinking and discussion to facilitate language acquisition