Leia Adams
Coffs Harbour,NSW
Summary
Professional translator with strong linguistic skills and deep understanding of cultural nuances. Proven ability to deliver accurate translations and adapt to various content types. Valued team collaborator focused on achieving high-quality results and meeting deadlines. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Translator
Church
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Translated sermons from Arabic to English mainly.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors.
- Assisted non-native English-speaking colleagues with document editing, improving overall team productivity and communication quality.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity for endusers.
- Collaborated with fellow translators to ensure consistency in language usage and style across all documents.
- Developed a strong working knowledge of religious terminologies through extensive research and continuous professional development.
- Boosted understanding and cultural relevance, tailoring translations to specific target audiences.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate translations within tight deadlines.
- Improved team productivity with implementation of collaborative translation tools.
- Translated complex technical documents into easily understandable language for international partners.
- Bridged communication gaps for non-English speaking clients, enabling smoother business transactions.
- Ensured high-quality translations by rigorously proofreading and editing documents.
- Supported humanitarian missions by translating crucial information for aid distribution in crisis zones.
- Enhanced customer support by translating help guides and online support resources.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
- Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
Teacher's Aide & Behavioural Therapist
LES School
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Caregiver
Jaleesa
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
- Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Created a safe environment through routine inspections of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Managed behavioral issues effectively by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations.
- Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
- Assisted with homework completion, reinforcing subject matter comprehension and academic success.
- Promoted healthy habits by encouraging regular exercise, outdoor play, and nutritious meals.
- Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and promoting teamwork.
- Fostered emotional development by providing support, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Project Officer
Besme
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Filed all project documents in appropriate databases to maintain records accuracy.
- Filed all project documents in appropriate database for documentation purposes and future availability.
- Analyzed the data of projects then Translated them into English from Arabic and vice versa.
- Translated and reviewed the manual of the organization in both languages Arabic and English.
English Tutor
Ambassador
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
- Strengthened students'' understanding of grammar rules by providing targeted instruction during individual or group sessions.
- Evaluated student performance, identified improvement areas and set tasks to aid goal achievement.
- Tailored tutoring approaches to meet unique needs of each student, enhancing their learning experience.
Assistant to the Ambassador
Ambassador
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Streamlined communication channels for increased efficiency in information sharing between Embassy departments.
- Oversaw the timely dissemination of embassy news updates, ensuring stakeholders were informed about key developments in a prompt manner.
- Managed complex calendars, prioritizing appointments to optimize the Ambassador''s time effectively.
- Enhanced diplomatic relations by organizing and managing high-level meetings between the Ambassador and foreign dignitaries.
- Assisted in drafting reports outlining key outcomes from meetings with foreign officials, contributing valuable insights into ongoing negotiations.
- Collaborated with embassy staff to coordinate events promoting cultural understanding and diplomacy.
- Facilitated timely responses to inquiries from government officials, media representatives, and private citizens.
- Assisted in the preparation of policy briefings, keeping the Ambassador informed on relevant international issues.
- Provided administrative support for sensitive classified projects, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.
- Conducted thorough background research on potential invitees for embassy events, ensuring guests were appropriately vetted.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Drafted speeches for the Ambassador that accurately conveyed key messages while reflecting an appropriate tone for various audiences.
Volunteer - Translator & Researcher
Strategic Studies Centre
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Translated documents from Arabic to English.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
English Teacher
ALC American Language Centre
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
English Teacher
A2Z School of English
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Used the Direct Method in teaching English. It is a new but a very helpful way to speed up the process of enabling students to speak the language.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Adapted teaching materials for virtual learning platforms, ensuring continuity of education during remote learning periods.
- Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
ESL Teacher
Exceed Language Centre
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
- Improved reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Strengthened students'' writing abilities through comprehensive essay assignments and detailed evaluation of grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Sought out and incorporated feedback from students to continuously refine teaching methods and materials.
- Facilitated language immersion experiences, significantly boosting students' conversational skills.
- Improved learning outcomes with implementation of differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual student needs.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
English Language Teacher
Faculty of Medicine
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Established clear expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful classroom culture conducive to learning.
- Tutored and assisted students to help with English language comprehension and mastery.
- Improved student literacy levels through targeted intervention and support programs.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces to meet diverse learning styles.
- Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
- Worked one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and developed with special learning plans for struggling people.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
ESL Instructor
Seeds Education Centre
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge through targeted activities, increasing their ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
- Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students.
English Teacher
Canadian Centre for Training and Capacity Building
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Increased students' test scores with strategic review sessions and personalized feedback.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension with tailored literature assignments.
- Boosted student participation by implementing interactive teaching methods and technologies.
- Implemented reward system to motivate students and recognize academic and personal achievements.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
Sana'a University
YemenSchool of Arts And Sciences - Interior Design
LIU
Beirut, Lebanon MBA - Marketing
LIU
Beirut, LebanonSkills
- Fluent in both Arabic and English
- Document translation
- Strong vocabulary skills
- Fluent bilingualism
- Punctual and reliable
- Motivated to learn new things
Timeline
Translator
Church
02.2020 - 09.2021
Teacher's Aide & Behavioural Therapist
LES School
07.2018 - 06.2019
Caregiver
Jaleesa
11.2017 - 12.2018
Project Officer
Besme
10.2017 - 03.2018
English Tutor
Ambassador
04.2017 - 10.2017
Assistant to the Ambassador
Ambassador
04.2017 - 10.2017
Volunteer - Translator & Researcher
Strategic Studies Centre
04.2017 - 10.2017
English Teacher
ALC American Language Centre
01.2017 - 03.2017
English Teacher
A2Z School of English
01.2015 - 12.2016
ESL Teacher
Exceed Language Centre
01.2012 - 12.2014
English Language Teacher
Faculty of Medicine
01.2011 - 12.2012
ESL Instructor
Seeds Education Centre
01.2010 - 12.2012
English Teacher
Canadian Centre for Training and Capacity Building
01.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
Sana'a University
School of Arts And Sciences - Interior Design
LIU
MBA - Marketing
LIU
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