MARY-ANNE ECHU
Albuquerque
Summary
Multilingual professional with extensive experience in education, community service, and translation. Proven track record in supporting diverse populations, including children, youth, and displaced persons. Skilled in assessing client strengths, advocating for resources, and conducting thorough home and community visits. Strong conflict resolution and decision-making abilities enhance effectiveness in social work roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Student Support Role)
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Guided diverse student groups through personalized academic support to improve outcomes.
- Assisted students facing language acquisition challenges, boosting confidence and performance.
- Facilitated small-group and one-on-one sessions to deliver academic and emotional support.
Sunday School Teacher Coordinator
Presbyterian Church
Yaounde
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Designed engaging lesson plans for various age groups in church community.
- Facilitated weekly classes promoting spiritual growth and biblical knowledge.
- Organized and led special events to enhance student participation and fellowship.
- Mentored volunteers to support teaching efforts and classroom management.
- Managed classroom supplies and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with parents to address student needs and concerns effectively.
- Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 4 to 12 years old.
French–English Translator
Ministry of Secondary Education
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Translated educational materials for curriculum development and teacher training.
- Collaborated with educators to ensure language accuracy in instructional resources.
- Reviewed and edited translated documents for clarity and coherence.
- Assisted in developing bilingual communication strategies for the ministry's outreach programs.
- Conducted terminology research to enhance translation consistency across various subjects.
- Provided linguistic support during workshops and training sessions for teachers.
- Reviewed and verified translated content against original source material.
- Gathered research materials from various sources in order to complete accurate translations.
Bilingual Teacher / Community Educator
Government Bilingual High School
Yaoundé
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Supported adolescent development through teaching, mentoring, and counseling.
- Addressed academic, social, and personal challenges faced by students.
- Developed culturally sensitive learning environments for bilingual students.
Volunteer Social Support Worker
Plan International
Yaoundé
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided emotional and educational support to displaced families and children affected by the Anglophone crisis.
- Taught and created lesson plans for English and French literacy programs.
- Translated critical information on human rights and child protection from French to English.
ESL Association Volunteer
Plan international
Yaounde
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote child rights and welfare initiatives.
- Assisted in organizing workshops focused on education and health for local families.
- Supported fundraising events to enhance resources for vulnerable children and families.
Education
Master’s - French Studies
University of New Mexico
New Mexico05-2025
Master’s - Translation Studies
University of Yaoundé I
CameroonBachelor of Arts - French & English
University of Yaoundé I
CameroonTeaching Diploma -
Higher Teacher’s Training College
Yaoundé, CameroonSkills
- Social and cultural advocacy
- Senior care support
- Case management
- Translation and interpretation
- Crisis response
- Community outreach
- Cross-cultural communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Child and youth services
- Program planning
- Emotional support
- Trauma-informed practices
- Advocacy and mediation
- Crisis communication
- Creative problem solving
- Research and assessment
- Time management
References
Available upon request.
Languages
- French, Native/Fluent
- English, Native/Fluent
- Mandarin Chinese, Basic
- Cameroon Pidgin English, Fluent
- Camfranglais, Basic
Additional Work Experience
- French–English Translator, Ministry of Secondary Education, Cameroon, 01/01/16, 12/31/22
- Sunday School Teacher Coordinator, Presbyterian Church, Cameroon, 01/01/10, Present
- ESL Association Volunteer, Cameroon, 01/01/14, 12/31/15
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Student Support Role)
University of New Mexico
08.2023 - 05.2025
Volunteer Social Support Worker
Plan International
04.2021 - 09.2021
French–English Translator
Ministry of Secondary Education
01.2016 - 01.2022
Bilingual Teacher / Community Educator
Government Bilingual High School
01.2014 - 01.2022
ESL Association Volunteer
Plan international
01.2014 - 01.2015
Sunday School Teacher Coordinator
Presbyterian Church
01.2010 - 01.2023
Master’s - French Studies
University of New Mexico
Master’s - Translation Studies
University of Yaoundé I
Bachelor of Arts - French & English
University of Yaoundé I
Teaching Diploma -
Higher Teacher’s Training College
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