Monica Seaman
9 Tufts Lane, Newark, DE 19711
(302) 588-2905
Mmseaman21@gmail.com
Objective
Experience
To obtain an entry-level interpreting position where I can leverage my experience through facilitating
communication and enhancing multi-cultural environments
Elementary School Teacher, Colegio Americano de Puebla; Puebla,
Mexico
(August 2013-July 2015)
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Planned, prepared, and delivered instructional activities in English to native Spanish speaking
third graders
 Collaborated with program coordinators to help plan and implement new Balanced Literacy
strategies and lessons into the International Bacculariate curriculum
 Managed 27 children at a time with varying language levels while creating a peaceful, safe
environment to learn and explore.
 Attended weekly parent-teacher conferences performed in Spanish; on occasion, interpreted
conferences for foreign English-speaking parents
Family Services Coordinator Intern, Sussex County Habitat for
Humanity; Georgetown, DE
(June 2011- August 2011)
 Translated and updated documents into Spanish on affiliate’s electronic filing system
 Assisted in the application process, screening applicants and performing interviews
 Catered to the Spanish speaking community via phones and walk-ins
 Managed and executed incentive project
Waitress and Hostess, The Cheesecake Factory, Christiana DE
(June 2010 – December 2010)
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Education
Memorized menu items and made suggestions to customers when needed
Paid great attention to detail and anticipated customers’ needs simultaneously
Assisted communication for Spanish-speaking employees
Certification, Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreting Training:
Nationalities Service Center
November 2015
Philadelphia, PA
Activities
Languages
Bachelor of Arts, Foreign Language and Literature; Spanish Studies:
Language, Literature, Culture, and Intensive Portuguese
Minor, Latin American and Iberian Studies
Minor, Human Development
University of Delaware, Newark
Study Abroad Participant, Heredia, Costa Rica; Puebla, Mexico; Buenos Aires, Argentina
(Winter 2010; Spring 2011; Fall 2012)
 Studied Latin American culture, history, and language.
 Discovered the lifestyle of a Latin American citizen through living with a host families
Study Abroad Ambassador, Global Studies, University of Delaware
(2011-2013; present)
 Prepared and performed presentations sharing experiences abroad
 Advised and responded to students interested in studying abroad
Volunteer, English as a Second Language (ESL), Newark United Methodist Church
(2004-2013)
 Conversed and guided foreign adults in English
English: Native
Spanish: Proficient
Portuguese: Intermediate
French: Beginner
May 2013