Nancy Hakim

*** ****** ** ******** *******, TX **077

484-***-**** ad2dkr@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/nancyhakim

SUMMARY

Highly skilled Arabic language interpreter who possesses knowledge and

understanding of the formal standard Arabic and all its spoken dialects.

Over 10 documented years of linguistic experience. Possesses the proper

certification and training to provide efficient, accurate and professional

language services.

EDUCATION

●Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Management, New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY

●Associate of Applied Science, Technology Administration, Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY

●Associate of Applied Science, Hospitality Management, Higher Institute of Management, Damascus, Syria

CERTIFICATES

●Immigration Court Interpreter, Executive Office of Immigration Review, Dept of Justice, SOS International, Reston, VA

●Texas Court Interpreter Certificate (in process) Association of Judiciary Interpreters, Austin, TX

●Registered Qualified Court Interpreter, Administrative Courts of Pennsylvania Courts, Philadelphia, PA

●Court Interpreter Training Certificate, Philadelphia Judicial District Court (Judge Ida Chen), Philadelphia, PA

●Bridging The Gap Medical Interpreter Training Certificate, Cross-Cultural Health Care Program, Seattle, WA

●ACTFL Language Proficiency Certificate (Superior level), American Council for Teaching of Foreign Languages, VA

●ESOL Advanced Proficiency Certificate, Arabic<>English<>French,

Dar Al- Alson language Institute, Syria

QUALIFICATIONS

●High proficiency in Arabic and English interpretation, translation, proofreading, subtitling and transcription

●Excellent communication skills and strong analytical skills

●Ability to meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, impartiality, and professional demeanor

●Extensive native knowledge of the Middle East culture and norms

●Capability to use communication remote platforms seamlessly

WORK EXPERIENCE

Legal and Medical Interpreter independent contractor (2008-present)

Nation leading language service companies and government agencies

●Conduct In-person, OPI, VRI simultaneous and consecutive accurate

interpretation at a variety of legal settings including hearings,

arbitrations, depositions, jury trials, formal city delegations, school IEP’s

and business meetings

●Provide in-person, OPI and VRI pre-scheduled and on-demand interpretation between patients with limited English proficiency and physicians, nurses, lab providers and other health care providers

●Act as a liaison between LEP diverse patients, family members and representatives during procedures, surgeries, and treatment plans

●Clarify and advice on diverse cultures, customs, and beliefs to avoid misunderstanding and maintain clear, effective communication and increase cultural awareness

●Render transcription, editing, sight translation of audio and written documents that include various syntax, expressions, colloquial and slang phrases

Arabic Language Instructor (2007-2010)

Manarah Academy, Whitehall, Pennsylvania

● Supervise, educate students of different backgrounds to improve

understanding and learning of Arabic

●Assess student language skills, proficiency for guidance and placement

●Prepare instructional materials, assign homework, grade tests, develop forums, organize cultural events to break diversity barriers

●Mentor new teachers on curriculum, procedure, practices to acclimate and engage them in the new school and community

●Serve on the school committee as a chair to support school initiatives and represent its vision and goals properly

Customer Relations, Guide Tour Attendant (1998-2007)

Garden City Hotel, New York

●Lead interpretive guiding tours accompanying foreign individuals and

tourist groups within places of interests across the US and abroad

●Make arrangement, accommodations, provide information, answer inquiries, make arrangement, accommodations, and ensure effective communications for tourists during their stay

●Monitor visitor activities to ensure compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices

Affiliations

American Translators Association (ATA); Delaware Valley Translators Association (DVTA);

National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT); Texas Association

of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (TAJIT); International Medical Interpreters

Association (IMIA)

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