RENELLE MEDARD
Worcester,USA
Summary
Dedicated Deaf Interpreter with experience providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation in professional, medical, community, and large-scale event settings. Skilled at ensuring clear and effective communication access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Strong background in cultural competency, interpersonal communication, and collaborative teamwork with Deaf and hearing interpreting teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialized Deaf Interpreter
Advocates
Framingham, MA
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Provide ASL interpretation services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in group settings, ensuring equal access to information and communication.
- Interpret during trainings, care coordination meetings, and one-on-one sessions.
- Collaborate with hearing interpreters and service providers to facilitate effective communication.
Deaf Interpreter
Partner Interpreting
North Attleboro, MA
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitated effective communication between Deaf individuals, Hard of Hearing and Deafblind clients during various settings.
- Interpreted conversations in real-time, ensuring accuracy and clarity of messages conveyed.
- Collaborated with clients to understand specific needs, enhancing interpretation quality.
- Utilized advanced interpreting techniques to handle sensitive topics with professionalism and discretion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication | Minor in Psychology
Gallaudet University
Washington, DCSkills
- ASL Interpretation
- Cultural Competency
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Adapting to Individual Communication Needs
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) – Deaf Interpreter Screening
- Successfully passed the interview portion; currently preparing for the performance assessment.
TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Road to Deaf Interpreting Workshop Series | 2015–2017
- Training topics included ASL Linguistics, Text Translation, and Introduction to the DeafBlind Community.
- Mentorship with Certified Deaf Interpreters in medical, mental health, and conference interpreting.
- Deaf Foundations I & II | March 6–9, 2014
- Training focused on the theoretical and conceptual basis of the Integrated Model of Interpreting.
- Practice interpreting using ASL, Contact Sign, and gestures in structured learning environments.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deaf Interpreter
Partner Interpreting
10.2025 - Current
Specialized Deaf Interpreter
Advocates
01.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communication | Minor in Psychology
Gallaudet University