Olivia Martinez
Washington
Summary
Dedicated and globally minded professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies, extensive international experience, and a passion for cross-cultural exchange and policy analysis. Spent two years in Spain as an English Teaching Assistant through the North American Language and Culture Assistants program, fostering language acquisition and cultural understanding. Worked directly with Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. as a translator, interpreter and constituent service representative, advocating for immigrant rights and government accessibility. Experienced in research, diplomacy, and multilingual communication. With a deep understanding of global governance, migration, and international cooperation. Committed to advancing inclusive and effective global policies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teaching Assistant
Community of Madrid
Madrid
2023.10 - Current
- Assisted lead teachers in planning and delivering engaging English language lessons.
- Provided individualized support to students of diverse backgrounds and learning abilities to improve their speaking, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Assisted with grading assignments and providing constructive feedback to students.
- Promoted an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and encouraged to participate.
Constituent Services Representative
Office of Senator Christine Tartaglione
Philadelphia
2020.09 - 2023.08
- Researched and resolved casework involving state agencies, including housing, healthcare, and employment concerns.
- Helped promote government accessibility and inclusivity by assisting constituents from diverse backgrounds.
- Explained complex government policies and procedures in Spanish to ensure constituents' understanding of their rights and available resources.
- Collaborated with legislative and policy staff to address constituent issues and inform policy recommendations.
Student Worker
Temple University
Philadelphia
2019.02 - 2020.05
- Provided administrative support to faculty and staff, including managing emails, scheduling meetings, and organizing department materials.
- Maintained and updated department records, including course schedules, faculty directories, and student information.
- Assisted students with inquiries related to course offerings, departmental resources, and academic programs.
Spanish Translator
The Sheller Center for Social Justice
Philadelphia
2019.02 - 2019.05
- Provided accurate and culturally sensitive Spanish-to-English and English-to-Spanish translations for legal documents, client communications, and outreach materials.
- Helped improve language accessibility by simplifying complex legal terminology for non-native English speakers.
- Facilitated real-time interpretation during client meetings, legal consultations, and community events.
- Worked closely with attorneys and caseworkers to ensure effective communication with Spanish-speaking individuals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA2021-12
Skills
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Research and analysis
- Writing proficiency
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Trilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited
Timeline
English Teaching Assistant
Community of Madrid
2023.10 - Current
Constituent Services Representative
Office of Senator Christine Tartaglione
2020.09 - 2023.08
Student Worker
Temple University
2019.02 - 2020.05
Spanish Translator
The Sheller Center for Social Justice
2019.02 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
Temple University