Robin Sweeney
HARVEST,AL
Summary
Personal Goal:
With a strong background in ASL interpreting, both in the educational and community setting. My goal is to ensure Deaf/HH students have full access to education by facilitating communication within the classroom. Known for being the advocate for students when unable and the empowerment of self-advocacy. With a high focused on team collaboration, achieving results, and maintaining high standards, my goal is to promote full accessibility and equality within the classroom.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AIDB-N Special Projects Interpreter Coordinator
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitated communication between students, personnel and outside organizations both in and out of the classroom.
- Negotiated contracts with interpreting service providers, securing cost-effective rates while maintaining high standards of service quality.
- Coordinated large-scale events requiring multiple interpreters, ensuring seamless communication between all parties involved.
- Established clear expectations and guidelines for interpreters regarding punctuality, professionalism, and confidentiality requirements.
Huntsville Regional Interpreter Coordinator
Alabama Institute For Deaf And Blind
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided interpreter service within the community, to include medical, DHR, SS appointments and conferences.
- Maintained comprehensive records of interpreter assignments, enabling accurate tracking of workload distribution and billable hours.
- Coordinated large-scale events requiring multiple interpreters, ensuring seamless communication between all parties involved.
Sign Language Interpreter
Natchitoches Parish School Board
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Sign Language Interpreter for a High School and Elementary student
- Assisting both in the classroom and in individual tutoring
Sign Language Interpreter
Sunbelt Staffing
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Facilitated communication between deaf or hard of hearing students and staff.
Staff Interpreter
Craven Community College
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Provided interpreting for college students, staff and outside organizations in support of full accessibility for all.
- Coordinated interpreters on a large scale for Deaf students both in and out of the classroom.
- Provided on going training for both current and new interpreters on best practices and ethical decision making.
Education
ASL/English Educational Interpreting Graduate Student -
University of North Florida
05-2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
American Intercontinental University
Hoffman Estates, IL07.2007
Skills
- Multilingual proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT OF BELIEF
As an educational interpreter, it is my role to provide facilitated communication between the Deaf/HH student within the classroom. To remain impartial, refraining from counsel or advising. It is within my duties to empower the student in self-advocacy, fostering growth and autonomy. As an educational interpreter, it is also a responsibility to continue my education and growth, to serve my student to the best of my ability.
Certification
- NIC- National Interpreter Certification
- Educational Interpreters Performance Assessment, 4.0
- Alabama State License, L00775
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Interests
After completing my graduate program at the University of North Florida, my goal is to become proficient as a ProTactile Interpreter for DeafBlind individuals
Timeline
AIDB-N Special Projects Interpreter Coordinator
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
08.2021 - Current
Huntsville Regional Interpreter Coordinator
Alabama Institute For Deaf And Blind
08.2018 - 08.2021
Sign Language Interpreter
Natchitoches Parish School Board
07.2016 - 05.2018
Sign Language Interpreter
Sunbelt Staffing
02.2014 - 05.2016
Staff Interpreter
Craven Community College
01.1997 - 01.2002
ASL/English Educational Interpreting Graduate Student -
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
American Intercontinental University
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