Ashley KaSarra Adams
Professional Sign Language Interpreter
Fleming, OH 45729 • (740) 589-0969 • ashleykasarra@akaproserve.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified and highly experienced Sign Language Interpreter with 17 years of expertise providing accurate, culturally competent interpretation in educational, medical, legal, mental health, and business settings. Skilled in video remote and in-person interpretation, with additional experience in management, training, and advocacy. Dedicated to facilitating communication access and promoting inclusivity for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.

EXPERIENCE

ASL Interpreter Contractor | Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc.
Feb 2025 – Present

• Provide ASL interpretation services for various appointments.
  
  

• Support Deaf clients' access to equitable communication through virtual assignments.
  
  

• Collaborate with coordinators to maintain schedule flexibility and meet service demand.
  
  

Community ASL Interpreter | Sorenson Communications
Oct 2023 – Present

• Deliver community-based ASL interpretation services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.
  
  

• Interpret in diverse settings such as hospitals, schools, businesses, and government agencies.
  
  

• Ensure professional, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication for all parties involved.
  
  

Educational Sign Language Interpreter | Pleasants County Schools, WV
Aug 2025 – Present

• Provide sign language interpretation for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students in classroom and extracurricular settings.
  
  

• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support students’ educational access and language development.
  
  

• Ensure compliance with IEPs and ADA accessibility standards.
  
  

Freelance ASL Interpreter | Self-Employed
2008 – Present

• Provide professional interpretation services in varied settings including healthcare, mental health, education, business, and government.
  
  

• Contract with both public and private entities, maintaining confidentiality and cultural competency.
  
  

• Adapt communication styles to meet clients’ individual needs and language registers.
  
  

Video Remote Interpreter | Sign Language USA (SLUSA.com)
Sept 2024 – July 2025

• Deliver real-time, remote ASL interpretation for clients in healthcare, legal, educational, business, and community settings.
  
  

• Maintain professional and ethical standards while navigating sensitive and technical topics.
  
  

• Provide culturally competent communication access to a diverse clientele via online platforms.
  
  

Executive Interpreter | Convo Communications, Inc.
Mar 2019 – April 2022

• Served as primary interpreter for executive leadership at the largest Deaf-owned and operated business globally.
  
  

• Facilitated high-level meetings, presentations, and strategic communications.
  
  

• Provided cultural advising to ensure inclusivity and understanding across teams.
  
  

Video Relay Interpreter | Convo Communications, Inc.
Jan 2018 – Mar 2019

• Delivered clear and accurate interpretation between Deaf and hearing individuals via telecommunications platform.
  
  

• Navigated a wide range of topics and technical language.
  
  

Center Manager & Staff Interpreter | Purple Communications, Inc.
Oct 2016 – Jun 2017

• Managed daily operations of telecommunications center including budgeting, reporting, recruiting, and staff development.
  
  

• Ensured quality control, customer satisfaction, and technical support.
  
  

• Provided on-site ASL interpretation services as needed.
  
  

Video Relay Interpreter | Purple Communications, Inc.
Oct 2015 – Oct 2016

• Interpreted for thousands of Deaf and hearing clients across diverse subject matter.
  
  

• Maintained high standards of accuracy, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.
  
  

EDUCATION

Washington State Community College — AAS, American Sign Language Interpretation, 2009
University of Cincinnati — BA, Special Education: Sign Language Interpreter (in progress/hiatus)

CERTIFICATIONS

• BEI Basic Certification, Texas HHSC – Current

• Test of English Proficiency (TEP), Texas HHSC – Nov 2017

• EIPA 4.0 – 2022

• EIPA 3.4 – 2010
  
  

SKILLS

Languages & Interpreting:
American Sign Language (ASL), Pidgin Signed English (PSE), Signed English, English
Mental Health & Educational Settings
Cultural Mediation & Advocacy

Technology & Tools:
Video Relay & Video Remote Platforms
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Google Workspace

Leadership & Operations:
Management & Staff Development
Recruiting & Payroll
Community Outreach & Curriculum Design
Adult Education & Public Speaking