Introducing two undergraduate resume templates that have been specifically designed to highlight your skills and experience in ASL interpretation and Deaf Studies.

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Sam Jones
English Interpreter
SUMMARY
Empathetic and observant American Sign Language interpreter possessing a sound knowledge of sign language and employing interpretation capabilities to assist people with hearing impairments by providing the event information. Adept at suggesting improvement measures to the management to enhance serving abilities pertaining to hearing aids & services and delivering accurate interpretation documents.
KEY SKILLS
• ASL Interpretation • Sign Language • Translation • Transliteration • Signing
• Finger Spelling • Hand Gestures • Guest Servicing • Documentation
Technical Skills: MS Office Suite
EDUCATION
Associate Degree in Science; ASL-English Translation & Interpreting Studies
Palomar College
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    • Grade: A
    • Member of the Palomar Poetry Club | Dec '21 - Present
    • Member of the Animal Rights Club | Jun '21 - Present
    • Course Modules:
    • Topics in American Sign Language | American Sign Language I, II, III & IV | American Sign Language (Lab) I, II, III & IV
    • Fingerspelling | Awareness of Deaf Culture | Perspectives on Deafness | Interpreting as a Profession
    • Interpreting I, II, III & IV | Interpreting (Lab) I, II, III & IV | Specialized Settings of Interpreting
    INTERNSHIP
    ASL Interpreter
    Canyon Inc.
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      Event Interpretation & Guest Servicing
      • Assisted guests with hearing impairments during exhibition visit and served as an interpreter between guests and staff
      • Suggested measures for troubleshooting issues to remove barriers before, during, or after an interpreting event
      • Conducted research about the needs of guests with disabilities to develop & implement strategies for improved accessibility
      • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices & techniques for interpreting for guests with varying levels of language proficiency and cultural backgrounds
      Team Coordination & Documentation
      • Collaborated with the cross-functional teams to deliver excellent services and ensure optimal guest satisfaction
      • Maintained system records to ensure accurate and timely documentation of translating and interpreting assignments
      • Collaborated with 25+ other interpreters during outreach assignments while undergoing training for ASL language access
      • Coordinated with vendors to procure necessary interpreting equipment to ensure seamless interpretation services for guests
      • Monitored the performance of interpreting services and ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations
      VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
      • Volunteer | Live Love Laugh Foundation | Aug '20 - Present
      • Paying weekly visits to San Marcos Retirement Home to assist elderly people with their daily routine
      ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
      • Languages: English, Spanish (Elementary)

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      Elijah Perez
      ASL Interpreter
      SUMMARY:
      Diligent ASL interpreter adept at maintaining meaning, flow, and elementary value of the text/words while translating into sign language. Highly skilled at conversing with younger students with hearing disabilities and understanding their concerns and requirements. Proficient at policy development for special needs students to boost overall morale and productivity in a unified way.
      KEY SKILLS:
      • ASL Teaching Methods • Cultural Sensitivity • Classroom Management • Student Assessments
      • Gestural & Written Communication • Lesson Plan Development • Curriculum Design • Dexterity
      EDUCATION:
      Bachelor of Arts in ASL and Deaf Studies Education
      Utah Valley University
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        • Cumulative GPA: 3.6/4.0 | Dean's List for 4 semesters
        • Relevant Coursework:
        • Advanced American Sign Language | ASL Linguistics | ASL Literature | Modern Deaf Culture WE | Classroom Management
        • Multicultural Instruction ESL | Student Teaching--Secondary | Instructional Media | Educational Psychology
        INTERNSHIPS:
        ASL Paraprofessional - Intern
        Orem Junior High School
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          Curriculum & Lesson Plan Development
          • Developed specific deaf and hard-of-hearing courses resulting in 12% increase in monthly student attendance
          • Applied behavior modification strategies and assisted with daily living skills of students in social settings
          • Encouraged students to acquire new skills and participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities
          Student Assessment & Progress Report
          • Conducted meeting with parents and discussed monthly progress and concerns regarding student's overall activities
          • Coordinated with all of the HODs to develop appropriate annual assignments for a batch of 20 students with special needs
          • Conducted regular assessments of student learning style to develop customized educational plans that addressed their individual needs and maximized their potential for success
          ASL Interpreter - Intern
          Utah County Academy of Sciences
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            ASL Teaching Methods
            • Established a comfortable environment between deaf students, faculty, and fellow students for ease of communication
            • Planned, implemented, and supervised recreational activities for individuals with intellectual disabilities
            Gestural & Written Communication
            • Transliterated written text into ASL, which led to a 7% increase in average marks of students' weekly unit tests
            • Interpreted messages for students simultaneously into specified languages to maintain message context and accuracy
            VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
            Volunteer at Safe Homes | Orem, UT
            • Conducted massage therapy for less active members and helped them perform basic exercises to restore healthy routines
            • Assisted older aged members with light group exercises such as walking, light dancing, and laughter therapy
            • Maintained a comprehensive progress tracking system to monitor the physical & mental health of all members and ensure the effectiveness of the massage therapy program

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