Morris I.
Colner
Interpreting Student - Deaf-Centered Interpreter Preparation Program
Fremont, CA, 94555
Phone: (310) 728-9111 / E-mail: mc97interpreting@gmail.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/morris-i-c
An enthusiastic and eager professional who provides attention to detail and critical thinking skills, which consider communica-
tion support related to cultural competency. Goal is to obtain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing
interpersonal skills, excellent time management, problem-solving strategies and team-building opportunities.
Skills
Adaptability
Creativity
Written Communication
Open-mindedness & Willingness to learn
Organization
Teamwork
Education
August 2021 - Certificate of Achievement: Sign Language Interpretation
Expected May Ohlone College, Fremont, CA
2023 • Deaf-Centered Interpreter Preparation Program
August 2016 - Bachelor of Arts: Critical Diversity Studies
May 2020 University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
• Cum Laude
• Dean's List Fall 2018
• Member of Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society
Languages
American Sign Language
Work Experience
September 2022 English Tutor - Deaf Studies Lab
- Current Ohlone College, Fremont, CA
• Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better un-
derstanding of assignments to improve academic success.
• Prepared students for testing in English by providing clear visual explanation of concepts
through American Sign Language.
• Utilized focused approaches to meet students' individual communication and learning styles.
• Managed daily logs to keep record of student meetings.
• Engaged students using both in-person and online Zoom formats.
June 2022 - Jan Job Coach - Supported Employment Program
2023 Deaf Plus Adult Community, Newark, CA
• Supported Deaf Plus people at their individual worksites through 1:1 check-ins regarding
their current well-being, progress, and communication with hearing co-workers.
• Assisted consumers in having a positive approach to their work and encouraged them to col-
laborate with their co-workers.
• Coached them on procedural thinking skills in the workplace.
March - June Mentee
2022 Deaf Counseling Advocacy And Referral Agency, San Leandro, CA
• Proofread written ads to meet clients' communication needs and DCARA's vision for the
community.
• Responded to technical concerns quickly, and effectively devised solutions.
• Participated in weekly meetings with mentor to maintain progress on ad campaigns and ob-
served monthly Full Staff Meetings.
Feb - May 2022 Mentee
California School for the Deaf - Fremont, Fremont, CA
• Interacted with high school students on a daily basis to discuss their semester projects
• Assisted mentor with clerical items (i.e. tracking Google forms data)
• Collaborated with students to renovate the classroom in order to set-up a new animal care
program
• Attentively observed weekly staff meetings between educational departments