Ramona Robertus
Omaha
Summary
Talented Sign Language Interpreter experienced in educational settings and focused on conveying real-time information to deaf or hard of hearing clients. Successful at interpreting for meetings, interviews, and conversations, as well as organizing supporting materials and compiling notes. Looking for a permanent role with room for advancement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sign Language Interpreter
Ralston Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Provide communication support between a student and educational professionals.
- Provide communication support during the regular school day and meetings.
- Build professional relationships with special support staff.
Underwriter Analyst
bi-berk Insurance
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Update insurance policies for changes requested by insured.
- Evaluate reinstatements and renewals for processing.
Child and Family Services Specialist
State of Nebraska
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Assess homes for safety concerns.
- Manage services for foster children.
- Maintain professional relationships with legal parties.
- Build rapport and trust with clients to assist them with resources needed to complete court orders.
Community Intervention Specialist
Release Inc.
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Build trust and rapport with clients in order to assist them with completing court orders.
- Build professional relationships with legal parties.
Eligibility Worker
State of Nebraska
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Interview clients regarding applications.
- Validate demographic and financial data.
- Process applications for benefits.
- Answer phone calls in the call center.
Sign Language Interpreter
Scottsbluff Public Schools
12.2012 - 10.2013
- Provide communication support between a student and educational professionals.
- Provide communication support during the regular school day and meetings.
- Build professional relationships with special support staff.
Sign Language Interpreter and Resource Para
Minatare Public Schools
10.2002 - 11.2012
- Provide communication support between a student and educational professionals.
- Provide communication support during the regular school day and meetings.
- Build professional relationships with special support staff.
- Work with resource teacher to provide support as determined by the Individualized Education Plan.
Sign Language Interpreter
Gering Public Schools
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Provide communication support between a student and educational professionals.
- Provide communication support during the regular school day and meetings.
- Build professional relationships with special support staff.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration
University of Nebraska
12.2011
Educational Interpreter Certificate Program - undefined
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley07.2008
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Reliable
- Microsoft Office and Excel skills
- Able to communicate both verbally and orally
- Interpersonal communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Relationship building
- Educational support
- Live interpretations
Certification
EIPA Certification - Level 4.2
Timeline
Sign Language Interpreter
Ralston Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Underwriter Analyst
bi-berk Insurance
03.2023 - 08.2023
Child and Family Services Specialist
State of Nebraska
01.2022 - 02.2023
Community Intervention Specialist
Release Inc.
06.2015 - 12.2021
Eligibility Worker
State of Nebraska
10.2013 - 05.2015
Sign Language Interpreter
Scottsbluff Public Schools
12.2012 - 10.2013
Sign Language Interpreter
Gering Public Schools
08.2008 - 05.2009
Sign Language Interpreter and Resource Para
Minatare Public Schools
10.2002 - 11.2012
Educational Interpreter Certificate Program - undefined
University of Northern Colorado
B.S. - Business Administration
University of Nebraska
Interests
I am interested in quilting, needle arts and crafting.