Professional History
Work Experience
2019 - Current
RIT/NTID
Associate Interpreter
Receptive & Expressive Sign Language Interpreting | Transliteration | Multiple Settings | Fast Paced | Post-Secondary | Team Work | Professional Development | Presentation and Rhetoric
2018-Current
ZVRS/Purple Communications
Video Interpreter
Receptive & Expressive Sign Language Interpreting | Transliteration | Multiple Settings | Fast Paced | No Preparation Time
2018-Current
Independent Contractor
Sign Language Interpreter/Provider
Receptive & Expressive Sign Language Interpreting | Transliteration | Multiple Settings| Time Management | Various Agencies
2015-2018
Caption Call
Captioning Agent (2015-2016)
Relay | Short-Long Term Memory Retention
Mentor (2016-2018)
Content Creator | Trainer | Scheduling
Collegiate Degrees and Certifications
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Education, Experience, and Attributes
Education
Education
2019-2022 RIT Rochester, NY Cum Laude
Recieved: Bachelors Degree May 2022
2015- 2018 PPCC Colorado Springs, CO 3.75 GPA
Received: Basic Skills Certification in Sign Language Communication (2017)
Received: Associates Degree in Interpreter Preparation Program (2018)
Received: Associates of General Studies (2018)
2014-2015 PPCC (Senior Year HS) Colorado Springs, CO 4.00 GPA
Received: Basic Skills Certification in Culinary Arts
Experience
2022 Facilitator of Integrated Model of Interpreting workshops with Betty Colonomos
2021-22 Mentor for Apprenticeship
2021 Mentor with The CATIE Center
2019 Associate Interpreter at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf
2019 Interpreter Apprentice at the Rochester Institute of Technology
2019 Graduation to Certification program
2019 Organizing and facilitating professional development seminars for the Apprenticeship Program
2019 Betty Colonomos Foundations I and II Integrated Model of Interpreting Workshops
2018-2019 Mentor to first year Interpreter Training Program Students
2018-2019 Working Sign Language Provider in Colorado
2018-2019 Working Video Relay Interpreter in Colorado
2018 Interning with Sign Language Interpretation (over 300 hours)
Including Shadow Interpreting with Peak Performing Arts
Including Interpreting at the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
2017-2018 Mentor and Lead Trainer
2016-2018 Communications Assistant
2013-2016 Customer Service
Key Strengths and Attributes
Attention to detail ~ Creative ~ Conflict resolution ~ Dedicated ~ Independent ~ Responsible ~ Consumer Oriented ~ Passionate ~ Flexible ~ Adaptable ~ Fast Learner ~ Inventive ~ Positive
Professional Rhetoric
The success I have achieved thus far in my career has been directly correlated to my education, work experience, and positive attitude. I am a seeker of new challenges with organizations that share similar values, integrity, objectives, and goals. I pride myself on being proactive and effective in contributing to the development of the institutions with whom I work. I take initiative in keeping all clients’ needs my top priority. I am focused on cultivating my skills as an interpreter and eager to further the development of the interpreting field.
My experiences have allowed me to grow, expand my knowledge, and mentor others to advance their career path as well. I am comfortable taking command of assignments and ensuring that the objectives have been completed faithfully and effectively to the best of my ability. My problem-solving skills produce a high level of success and efficiency.
I am confident that my proven commitment to ethical and professional standards, and flexibility to adapt with an evolving profession, will allow me to make significant contributions to any team. My background enables me to provide support whenever and wherever needed. I am highly motivated and eager to embrace new challenges. I adapt to any environment, flourish under pressure, and am highly discretionary with regard to confidentiality.
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Unanswered Questions?
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RIT Related- jerdis@rit.edu
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Text or Call- 719-213-4994