Education, Translation, and Language Consulting Services
I am a certified Spanish instructor, interpreter, and translator with over 7 years of experience teaching to individuals, small groups, and company classrooms. Since 2017, I have taught Spanish at Tulane University and Casa de España, and in 2020 I started my own company, Workplace Spanish Language Consulting, offering Spanish curriculum and classes that focus on industry-specific language to local businesses.
Corporate Language Courses:
Do your workers or managers need Spanish to perform their job more efficiently, effectively, or safely? A workplace Spanish course will give you the language skills you need to confidently navigate Spanish interactions.
These courses are designed to help employees communicate with Spanish-speaking colleagues or within the context of their industry, which leads to greater workplace equity, inclusion, community, and safety, as employees are able to communicate with each other and complete their jobs effectively.
Why a language course?
- Clients who complete language certification courses report increased employee retention, worker safety, team morale, and employee satisfaction.
- The class will cover basic grammar and vocabulary, incorporating industry-relevant terms. The level can be adjusted based on the students' proficiency, accommodating a variety of levels simultaneously.
Session/Course Content
- I employ the communicative method, which emphasizes speaking and getting your point across effectively, rather than striving for written perfection. My goal is to empower students with the communication skills and linguistic knowledge needed to thrive in their fields as confident Spanish learners.
- Each class addresses all four language learning domains—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—to build comfort and familiarity with the language, placing special emphasis on speaking skills.
Class Length
- The suggested introductory-level class runs for 6-8 weeks, with 2 hours per class, held once weekly.
- This schedule can be modified to accommodate employee commitments, availability, office needs, and budget.
- For individual lessons, we can adopt a more flexible approach, working session-to-session without a strict multi-week structure.
Previous Client Industries:
Healthcare
Education
Hospitality
Food & Beverage
Energy
Business & Construction
Manufacturing
Product Development
Public Services
Translation Services:
I work in a wide range of industries, including legal, medical, technical, marketing, and literary fields.
Key features of Spanish translation services include:
Accuracy and Cultural Relevance
I focus on providing translations that are not only linguistically accurate but also culturally appropriate, taking into account regional dialects and nuances to ensure your content is well-received.
Confidentiality
I prioritize the confidentiality of your materials, ensuring that sensitive information is handled with the utmost care and professionalism.
Localization
I offer localization services to adapt your content to the cultural context of Spanish-speaking markets, enhancing its effectiveness and engagement potential.
Variety of Formats:
My translation services cover a variety of formats, including documents, websites, software, and multimedia content, allowing you to connect with Spanish speakers across different platforms.
Language Consulting Services:
My language consulting services go beyond just translation. I offer review of translations and back translations with a critical eye, offering deeper insights into the linguistic and cultural nuances that can make or break your message. providing in-depth linguistic and cultural context tailored to specific business needs. Rather than leaving critical language decisions solely in the hands of external translators, with my services companies can make informed choices about the copy their brand is using without needing to speak the language in that market. A deeper understanding of how their message will be received across different languages and cultures ensures that their communication is not only accurate but impactful and on-brand.
Language Consulting Services:
Why is it important?
Translations, while useful, often don’t capture the full picture. Cultural contexts, idiomatic expressions, and industry-specific terminology can easily get lost or misinterpreted. A translator outside your company might not have the complete understanding of your brand voice, your target audience, or the nuances that make your message unique. That’s where my expertise comes in. I provide thorough reviews, flagging potential miscommunications, and offering tailored recommendations that provide options with extensive explanation. This empowers your team to make informed decisions, so you’re not fully reliant on someone who may not understand the full scope of your business.
How does it benefit your company?
Consistency and Accuracy:
I help ensure that your message remains consistent across all languages while maintaining its original intent and impact.
Cultural Sensitivity
My insights ensure that your communication is culturally appropriate, avoiding potential missteps that could damage your brand's reputation.
Informed Decisions
With a comprehensive review, you’ll have the knowledge to confidently adapt or approve translations, ensuring they truly resonate with your intended audience.