ALFREDO GONZALEZ
Linden, NJ **036
Phone: 908-***-**** *******@*****.***
Dedicated Bilingual professional committed to quality combined with resourcefulness, initiative and goal-oriented abilities. Bilingual professional with eExpertise in cCommunications, tTranslation, and iInformation tTechnology. Manage and develop relationships with individuals and organizations;, experience with assessment and evaluations of an organizations.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Skilled Translator (English / Spanish): Translated articles and technical information from English to Spanish and vice versa utilizing outstanding bilingual abilities
Excellent interpersonal communication with effective conflict resolution skills
Strong organizational, analytical and time-management skills
Interact and work effectively with a wide variety of diverse populations – individuals and groups
Highly motivated, detailed-oriented with the ability to adapt quickly to changing environments in a professional and efficient manner
Computer Proficiency: Highly skilled in the use of PCs. Good knowledge of the latest Windows Operating Systems. Utilize financial / Accounting / Spreadsheet applications, word processors, databases and various other business related software.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
THE ARC OR ESSEX COUNTY February 2020 – present
Interpreter/Translator
Provide interpretation services to children ages 0-3 with developmental needs and their families in-home and/or community settings throughout Essex County. Translate documents to Spanish to facilitate communication and understanding of the policies, resources and options available to the families with children with developmental needs.
LA VOZ SPANISH NEWSPAPER April 2018 – present
Translator
Translate newspaper articles, city and state announcements, social events and general information from English to Spanish.
MONTORO & ASSOCIATES EDITORIAL SERVICES March 2017 – present
Translator/Editor Associate
Translate magazines, newspaper articles, and other media from English to Spanish.
Edit/proofread all material to meet company’s highest standards of quality and professionalism.
Bestcare Nursing & Residential Services, Inc. January 2017 - present
Interpreter
Serve as the bridge of communication between patients/caregivers and the agency. Help patients/caregivers to understand processes and regulations and facilitate the best possible professional service.
KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE, REALTORS October 2018 – January 2020
Realtor Associate
Helped and guided current and potential clients in the process of purchase/sale of residential and commercial real estate propertiesy. Increased listing office’s inventory by using a variety of marketing techniques and approaches.
LA VOZ SPANISH NEWSPAPER April 2018 – present
Translator
Translate newspaper articles, city and state announcements, social events and general information from English to Spanish.
Translator/Customer Service Representative/Sales Agent April 1993 – April 2008
Translated newspaper articles, city and state announcements, social events and general information from English to Spanish. Interacted with customers for continued and constantly improved quality service and guaranteed satisfaction. Coordinated event covers and publications. Designed and sold advertisements and classified ads over the phone and in person to local businesses and non-profit organizations.
MONTORO & ASSOCIATES EDITORIAL SERVICES March 2017 – present
Translator/Editor Associate
Translate magazines, newspaper articles, and other media from English to Spanish.
Edit/proofread all material to meet company’s highest standards of quality and professionalism.
Bestcare Nursing & Residential Services, Inc. January 2017 - present
Interpreter
Serve as the bridge of communication between patients/caregivers and the agency. Help patients/caregivers to understand processes and regulations and facilitate the best possible professional service.
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ELIZABETH BOARD OF EDUCATION September 2002 – June 2005
Substitute Teacher
Taught Mathematics, Sciences, ESL, and Language Arts, to various student levels in regular, bilingual, and Special Education classes. Assessed varied needs of students to customized content delivery. Coordinated the use of group work during class in order to capitalize on individual strengths and increase motivation.
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
OSG BILLING SERVICES, Carlstadt, NJ September 2012 – January 2015
Programmer Analyst
PACO GROUP June 2008 – October 2010
PROJECT: ARC TUNNEL PROJECT: THE TUNNEL PARTNERSHIP, Newark, NJ
Software Developer
INFO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. September 2007 – June 2008
PROJECT: SCHERING - PLOUGH CORPORTATION, Kenilworth, NJ
Software Developer
PRINT-TECH, INC., Montainside, NJ June 2006 – January 2007
Database/IT Specialist
KELLY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES November 2005 – June 2006
PROJECT: RICOH CORPORATION, West Caldwell, NJ
Data Analyst
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Editor in Chief of ACCENTS, Kean University magazine especially created to give ESL students the opportunity to express their points of view about themes of general interest and to share their experiences and cultures with their fellow students.
Literacy Volunteers of America: Taught English as a Second Language to immigrants individually and in groups.
Church interpreter: Spanish to English service interpretation
Union County Advisory Board on the Disabled: Provide advice and service to disabled people of Union county. Coordinate and supervise the execution of ADA regulations and codes throughout different county facilities and recreation centers.
CURRENT EDUCATION
TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING IN SPANISH CERTIFICATE, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ
Expected Graduation, May 2020
EDUCATION
TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING IN SPANISH CERTIFICATE, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ
CertificateExpected Graduation, May 2020
.NET PROGRAMMING, The Chubb Institute, North Brunswick,
NJ Executive Honors, GPA 4.0
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY, Kean University, Union, NJ
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), GPA 3.92
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING, University “Hermanos Saiz,” Pinar del Rio, Cuba
GPA 4.8/5