Savana Cooper
Denver,CO
Summary
Sign Language Interpreter experienced in various settings and focused on conveying real-time information to deaf or hard of hearing clients. Successful at interpreting for meetings, interviews and conversations, as well as organizing supporting materials and compiling notes. Looking for a permanent role with room for advancement and growth with the community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASL Interpreter
Freelace
10.2021 - Current
- Accommodated regional differences in vocabulary or syntax whenever possible.
- Encouraged open dialogue between deaf and hearing individuals by educating on the use of an interpreter and encouraging self advocacy.
- Accomplished smooth transitions while team interpreting by recognizing and understanding the speakers discourse and intent.
- Evaluated performance as an interpreter regularly, seeking feedback from both deaf and hearing clients to continuously improve skills and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.
Educational Sign Language Interpreter
Freelance With AHM Agency
11.2021 - Current
- Middle School Interpreter ongoing full-time (1 semester), High School Interpreter ongoing full-time (3 semesters), Float to schools as needed including pre-school, elementary, technical centers, and transition programs.
Home Caretaker
FirstLight HomeCare
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Advocated for accessibility by referencing the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Assured adherence to professional ethics guidelines while maintaining confidentiality
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and followed detailed rehabilitation plans
- Provided compassionate companionship by engaging with clients in conversation and activities
- Encouraged self advocacy and independence
Education
Associates in Sign Language Interpreting - Sign Language Interpretation
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI05.2021
Associates in Arts and Sciences - General Studies
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI05.2017
Skills
- Enhanced interpretation prosody through self-assessment and critique
- Feedback receptivity from both deaf and hearing clients
- Advocate for accessibility
- Quick to establish message coherency
Continuing Education
- Level Up, working from ASL to English
- The Ethical Side of Team Interpreting
- CRID Structuring Space and Message Coherence Part 1 and 2
- ASLIS Deaf Heart, Allyship, and Allophilia
References
- Annie Hoddy-Morris, Owner of AHM agency, ahminterpreting@gmail.com
- Emily Paulino, Current interpreting colleague, emilypaulino03@gmail.com
- Andrea Rehkopf, Former ITP professor, current colleague, interp1212@gmail.com
Certification
- Colorado Department of Education, Educational Interpreter Authorization, Endorsement
- EIPA 3.7 PSE K-12
- EIPA Written
- Test of English Proficiency (TEP)
- Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI 1 / Basic)
Timeline
Educational Sign Language Interpreter
Freelance With AHM Agency
11.2021 - Current
ASL Interpreter
Freelace
10.2021 - Current
Home Caretaker
FirstLight HomeCare
09.2019 - 05.2021
Associates in Sign Language Interpreting - Sign Language Interpretation
Lansing Community College
Associates in Arts and Sciences - General Studies
Muskegon Community College
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