Elizabeth Raby
Charlotte
Summary
Experienced Sign Language Interpreter with over 15 years in educational environments. Skilled in classroom interpretation and engaging parents to support student success. Dedicated to promoting effective communication and accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sign Language Interpreter
Gaston County Schools
Gastonia
01.2020 - Current
- Provided sign language interpretation for classroom instruction and school events.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure effective communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- Engaged with parents during meetings to support student education and involvement.
- Maintained neutrality while interpreting and refrained from expressing personal opinions or inserting oneself into conversations.
Sign Language Interpreter
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte
08.2006 - 01.2020
- Delivered sign language interpretation for classroom instruction and school events, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Facilitated small group discussions by accurately interpreting spoken language into sign language, enhancing communication among participants.
- Mentored new interpreters by sharing best practices for classroom interpretation, contributing to their professional development.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance interpreting skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Deaf Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05-2006
Skills
- Sign language proficiency
- Classroom interpretation
- Specialized interpreting techniques
- Assistive technology
- Educational accessibility
- Deaf culture awareness
- Collaborative communication
Certification
Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) 4.0
Timeline
Sign Language Interpreter
Gaston County Schools
01.2020 - Current
Sign Language Interpreter
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
08.2006 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Deaf Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro