Pamela Davis
Savannah
Summary
Dynamic World Language Department Chair and Professor of ASL at Bakersfield College, skilled in instructional leadership and educator mentorship. Successfully advocated for world language education, resulting in increased enrollment. Expert in curriculum standardization and strategic hiring, fostering a diverse and high-quality teaching team while enhancing communication through cultural sensitivity in interpreting roles.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
World Language Department Chair & Professor of ASL
Bakersfield College
08.1996 - 05.2024
- Implemented curriculum and instruction by supporting lesson planning processes and providing feedback to other content creators on lessons.
- Advocated for the importance of world language education within the school community, leading to increased enrollment in courses.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear expectations, consistent support, and open communication.
- Oversaw the hiring process within the World Language Department to ensure a diverse group of highly qualified educators joined the team.
- Created lesson plans, video content and other associated lesson materials for courses.
- Mentored new teachers within the World Language Department for successful integration into school culture.
Academic Interpreter
Gallaudet Interpreting Services
08.1994 - 12.1994
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
- Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
Academic Interpreter
NCOD
01.1992 - 06.1993
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
- Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
- Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
Cal State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-1993
Skills
- Proficient Interpreter for Academic Environments
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Collaborative Team Player
- Clear Verbal and Written Communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Timeline
World Language Department Chair & Professor of ASL
Bakersfield College
08.1996 - 05.2024
Academic Interpreter
Gallaudet Interpreting Services
08.1994 - 12.1994
Academic Interpreter
NCOD
01.1992 - 06.1993
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
Cal State University, Northridge
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