WHITLÉ JACKSON
Deaf Interpreter
Washington,DC
Summary
Results-focused Rater with 3 years working in Department of Human Services organization. Determined team player with experience identifying and tracking key issues. Highly detailed with extensive history of catching minor faults easily overlooked by others. Motivated, self-directed Graduate Student with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Invests passion and commitment to achieve corporate vision. Applies analysis, lean methodology and latest technology to lead change and tackle new projects and ideas.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Evaluator
Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Evaluated the proficiency of individuals interested in becoming certified interpreters
- Provided constructive feedback to assist individuals in improving receptive and expressive language skills
American Sign Language Instructor
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Trained students on the appropriate use of fingerspelling, grammar, syntax, and nonmanual structures within
- American Sign Language through both historical and modern contexts
- Critiqued and analyzed language development progress through assessments
- Instructed students in regards to Deaf Culture and appropriate culture mediations
American Sign Language Tutor
Oklahoma State University- Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2009 - 05.2014
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Conducted tutorial services for students to provide academic support in computer programming and filming.
- Reviewed computer science class material with students to support discovery of correct answers to problems.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Education
Masters - Linguistics
Gallaudet University
Washingtion, DC 08.2020 - Current
Bachelors of Science General - Studies- Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK 01.2012 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - American Sign Language
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City 08.2009 - 12.2011
Skills
Training
undefinedTimeline
Masters - Linguistics
Gallaudet University
08.2020 - Current
Evaluator
Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services
04.2017 - 01.2018
American Sign Language Instructor
Oklahoma State University
08.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelors of Science General - Studies- Education
University of Central Oklahoma
01.2012 - 12.2014
American Sign Language Tutor
Oklahoma State University- Oklahoma City
08.2009 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - American Sign Language
Oklahoma State University
08.2009 - 12.2011
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