Jane Schmidt
Charlottesville
Summary
Cultural liaison with over 10 years of experience working with children and families. Professionally qualified in Spanish medical interpretation with a history of delivering clear and quality interpretation. Able to bridge communication between cultures with respect and care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Interpreter
The Language Group; LanguageLine; Propio; Syncroz
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate clear and accurate communication by interpreting Spanish on-site at medical appointments in hospitals, in-home appointments and other facilities.
- Provide crucial communication assistance at schools and educational programs by interpreting between Spanish-speaking families, students and education professionals.
Spanish Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC; Little Scholars LLC
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Taught customized Spanish language lessons for middle school, high school and advanced learners.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop the appropriate curriculum for each student.
Elementary Spanish Teacher
The Covenant School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed and taught elementary Spanish classes for students in pre-K through 5th grade, using interactive techniques like songs, puppets and total physical response.
- Incorporated cultural aspects into the classroom through guest speakers, research projects, and all-school events.
Ropes Course Instructor
Metro Richmond Zoo
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Trained and supervised children and adults with safety practices on the Treetop Zoofari and Junior ropes courses.
- Performed routine quality checks and regular maintenance on the ropes course to ensure safety for guests.
Spanish Research Assistant
University Of Richmond
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Initiated, scripted and filmed an orientation video for Spanish in the Community, a community service course.
- Collaborated with university professors to establish clear guidelines and protocol for students.
General Education Research Assistant
University Of Richmond
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Collected and presented relevant data about general education programs at other colleges and universities.
Tutor
Youth Life Foundation Of Richmond
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Provided one-on-one tutoring support for elementary students in math, reading and language arts skills; encouraged students to complete their personal and academic goals.
Summer Intern
Youth Life Foundation Of Richmond
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Developed and administered curriculum in math and language arts for a small class of elementary students during a summer school program.
- Designed and led extracurricular lessons such as art projects; supervised student field trips.
Summer Intern
Youth Life Foundation of Richmond
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Developed and taught customized lesson plans for a small class of 3rd and 4th grade elementary students and encouraged student collaboration and personal growth.
- Designed and led extracurricular lessons including storytime and art projects, and chaperoned weekly field trips.
Spanish Teaching Assistant
University Of Richmond
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Led interactive language drill classes for beginning university Spanish students.
- Facilitated spoken language exams and graded students' in-class performance.
Summer Teaching Intern
Granada Education Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Created and co-taught ESL classes for early elementary students in collaboration with the Nicaraguan school's programs.
Bookstore Clerk
University of Richmond
08.2014 - 05.2015
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American, Latino & Iberian Studies
University of Richmond
05.2018
Skills
- Cultural Insight
- Active Listening
- Fluent in Spanish
- Working with Children
- Cultural Competence
- Consecutive Interpreting
- Customer Service
Additional Information
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified (American Red Cross, October 2024)
Spanish Medical Interpreter Qualification (ALTA Language Services, January 2023)
TESOL Certification (Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra, 2016)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese, Brazilian
Full Professional
Timeline
Spanish Interpreter
The Language Group; LanguageLine; Propio; Syncroz
02.2023 - Current
Spanish Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC; Little Scholars LLC
10.2020 - 06.2022
Elementary Spanish Teacher
The Covenant School
08.2019 - 08.2020
Ropes Course Instructor
Metro Richmond Zoo
10.2018 - 08.2019
Spanish Research Assistant
University Of Richmond
05.2018 - 09.2018
General Education Research Assistant
University Of Richmond
05.2018 - 09.2018
Summer Intern
Youth Life Foundation Of Richmond
06.2017 - 08.2017
Summer Intern
Youth Life Foundation of Richmond
06.2017 - 08.2017
Spanish Teaching Assistant
University Of Richmond
01.2017 - 05.2017
Summer Teaching Intern
Granada Education Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
Tutor
Youth Life Foundation Of Richmond
08.2015 - 05.2018
Bookstore Clerk
University of Richmond
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American, Latino & Iberian Studies
University of Richmond
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