Professional info
Experienced translator/interpreter in the school, hospital, and community setting through employment experience. Skilled in Spanish as a Second Language, English as a Second Language (ESL), Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Lesson Planning, and Educational Technology. Strong education professional with a Master’s Degree focused in Reading - Storytelling from East Tennessee State University and a Bachelors of Arts in Spanish.
Languages
Spanish
English
Work experience
East Tennessee State University, Graduate Assistant, Johnson City, TN
Aug. 2012 – May 2013
● Translator and Interpreter for ETSU Language & Culture Resource Center
● XCELL Mentoring program assistant, Mentor/counselor for high school Hispanic students to further
their education and helping them with the application process.
● Planning committee member for Sports4All Soccer & Health Clinic and Corazon Latino Festival of Johnson City.
Gallatin High School, Spanish Teacher, Gallatin, TN
Aug. 2018 – July 2019
● Translator and interpreter for the Spanish speaking families, school, and staff.
● Cross-Country and Track & Field Coach.
● Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to deliver effective lessons.
City of Hendersonville, Police Officer, Hendersonville, TN
Jul. 2016 – Jun. 2017
● Department translator and interpreter for the Spanish speaking community.
● Build trust in the community using interpersonal relationship skills and educate on crime prevention.
● Report writing, data collection and organization.
Madison Middle School, Spanish Teacher, Madison, TN
Aug. 2017- May 2018
● Translator and interpreter for the Spanish speaking families, school, and staff.
● Translated documents, flyer, and outreach newsletters to reach Spanish speaking families
● Head Wrestling and Boys Soccer coach.
Stratford High School, Spanish Teacher, Nashville, TN
Aug. 2015 – May 2016
● Translator and interpreter for the Spanish speaking families, school, and staff.
● Administered and graded Spanish exams for all students.
● Assistant coach, cross-country and track & field.
Chile Ministry of Education/United Nations Development Program,
English Volunteer Teacher, Coyhaique, Chile
Jul. 2014 – Dec. 2014
● Translated lesson plans, documents, flyers, etc. to promote ESL activities
● Used game approach lessons for children who lack confidence in the language.
● Coach Public Speaking and Spelling Bee teams to support English development.
Edward Titche Elementary, PreK & Kinder Bilingual Teacher, Dallas ISD, TX
Jan 2010 – Jun 2012
● Provided translations and interpretations services to effectively communicate with parents.
● Combining play and interactive activities with an increasing focus on early academic
learning, including letter recognition, phonics, numbers and an awareness of science and nature.
● Communicated effectively with staff and parents discussing student’s achievement.
Skills
Excellent communications
Great computer skills
Native Spanish (Mexican)
Extensive cultural knowledge
Avid learner and researcher
Microsoft Office software
SLD Trados
Certifications
Education
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN
December 2015
Masters of Arts in Reading with a concentration in Storytelling. Completed two graduate-level translation courses; Healthcare Translation and Medical Terminology.
The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX
December 2008
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a minor in Kinesiology. Obtained a Certificate in Translation Studies.
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