Seasoned interpreter/transliterator, with knowledge of a broad range of subjects, protocols, and specialized vocabularies. Praised by clients for natural signing and effective interpretation. I enjoy working with consumers in various professional settings, and learning ways to make interpretation more effective for Deaf individuals in their professional situations. Duties include:*Facilitating communication between Deaf individuals and non signing entities*Educate the hearing community on the rights of Deaf individuals*Provide consultation about the interpreting industry's best practices and standards.*Schedule and Manage independent contractor businessVarious settings include: business meetings, educational, medical, conferences and platform/performance interpreting

Conducted video remote interpreting between the Deaf individual and the hearing/non-signing individual in a variety of situations. Demonstrate top quality customer service, creative and effective interpretation in a variety of challenging situations.Duties included:* Provide a high quality ASL-English interpretation experience for all parties* Maintain strict adherence to industry-wide and professional ethics at all times* Observe Convo's internal policies and procedures at all times* Undertake periodic training as to keep up with changing technologies, trends, and procedures* Maintain a friendly, professional appearance in accordance with internal guidelines

Taught high school Freshmen, World Cultures. Was also Class Adviser, Gay Straight Alliance Club sponsor, member of the International Studies team, and Varsity softball Coach.Duties Included:*Responsible for following the California State Curriculum, the school's educational expectations, and preparing students for graduation*Work with students on both English and ASL fluency*Teaching Students time management skills, study skills, and other real world life skills.

Managed a caseload of Deaf and hard of hearing students, ranging in age from preschool to high school Seniors with varying additional disabilities. Duties included: *Providing resource support to classroom teachers*Worked with students on auditory training, and speech development*Worked closely with families and IEP teams to develop comprehensive educational plans for each student. *Taught students, both individually and in group settings, ASL language development*Consulted with school sites to review IEPs and triennial evaluations, to ensure compliance.

Elementary School: Fourth grade Teacher. I taught 4th and 5th grade mathematics, science, and social studies. Duties included:*Curriculum development following Maryland State Standards*Unit and lesson planning*Collaborated with both Fourth and Fifth grade level teams. *Participated in staff meetings, and curriculum training.

Interpreter and personal aide to two, fourth grade students in a mainstream setting. Worked closely with lead interpreter, and classroom teacher to understand curriculum, meet expected student outcomes, and meet the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Organized Deaf culture activities for/with students in Deaf resource program. Helped develop material and lesson plans for parent sign language classes offered by the district.