Translator - The Big World - Remote
(2024-05)
- Provided Dari translation and interpretation services for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Ensured accurate and culturally sensitive communication between English-speaking staff and non-English-speaking clients.
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism during all interactions.
Translator & Math Tutor - Norman Coalition for Refugees - Norman, OK
(2022-03 - 2024-12)
- Provided direct assistance to refugees and newly arrived individuals navigating employment, education, housing, transportation, public services, and other resettlement needs.
- Assisted clients in identifying barriers to self-sufficiency and connected them with appropriate community resources and service providers.
- Provided interpretation and translation to facilitate communication between refugees and service providers, institutions, and community organizations.
- Helped newcomer clients understand U.S. systems, procedures, available services, and community resources.
- Supported clients with employment-related needs, including job-search assistance, communication with employers, workplace navigation, and preparation for employment.
- Provided culturally and linguistically appropriate support to individuals from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of English proficiency.
- Advocated for clients when language, cultural, transportation, or other barriers affected access to services.
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive client information and documentation.
- Coordinated with community organizations and service providers to help clients access appropriate assistance.
- Built trusting relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries and client-centered service delivery.
Substitute Teacher - Kelly Education - Moore, OK
(2023-10 - 2026-05)
- Managed classrooms and supported students in elementary, middle, and high school settings.
- Followed lesson plans and maintained a positive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated strong classroom management, communication, and adaptability skills.
Visiting Scholar & Research Associate - University of Oklahoma - Norman, OK
(2022-03 - 2025-05)
- Conducted research, data collection, analysis, and documentation on international affairs, migration, governance, and policy issues.
- Supported faculty research projects through information gathering, organization of research materials, data management, and preparation of written materials.
- Maintained organized records and managed multiple projects while meeting deadlines and following detailed instructions.
- Communicated complex information clearly to faculty, students, and other stakeholders.
- Updated websites and institutional materials using WordPress and other digital tools.
- Worked independently while collaborating with faculty and university staff across multiple projects.
Volunteer Researcher - CGRS - Remote
(2024-01 - 2024-05)
- Conducted research related to refugee, migration, and humanitarian issues.
- Collected, reviewed, and organized country-of-origin information and relevant documentation.
- Synthesized complex information into clear, accessible written products.
- Applied strong attention to detail when reviewing sensitive information and supporting research projects.
