OLASUNKANMI MICHAEL AIYEDUN
São Luís,MA
Resumo
Seeking opportunities as a Portuguese-English translator, interpreter, and language educator, where I can contribute my expertise in bilingual communication, technical translation, and academic instruction to support international projects.
Portuguese-English translator, interpreter, and language instructor with 7+ years of experience in academic, legal, and corporate settings. Specialized in CELPE-Bras preparation, technical translation, and bilingual education projects in Nigeria and Brazil. Recognized for accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and pedagogical expertise.
Visão geral
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Histórico profissional
English Teacher
Centro de Línguas e Culturas (CLC), Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA)
São Luís, MA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Teach English as a foreign language to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Design and implement communicative lesson plans adapted to diverse learning needs.
- Support intercultural exchange and bilingual initiatives within UFMA.
- Contribute to academic projects linking English language learning with sociolinguistic and cultural studies.
Instructor and Translator
Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS)
Lagos
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Guided 50+ students in CELPE-Bras preparation, with over 80% achieving certification.
- Translated academic, corporate, and legal documents between Portuguese and English, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
Administrative Officer II
Lagos State University - Directorate of Welfare, Training and Personnel Development (LASUCAS)
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed documentation, licensing, and staff training, developing strong organizational and communication skills applicable to academic and corporate translation projects.
Freelancer
Lextorah School of Languages
Yaba, Lagos
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught Portuguese to beginners and intermediate.
- Translated academic, corporate, and legal documents between Portuguese and English, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
Freelance Translator and Interpreter
Novatia Translations
Abuja & Lagos
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Translation and interpretation at corporate and government events.
- Acting in bodies such as the Federal Court and task forces.
- Translation of books, technical documents and legal materials.
Formação acadêmica
Bachelor's degree - Portuguese and English
Lagos State University
Lagos 01.2011 - 01.2016
High School - undefined
Lagos State Model College
Habilidades e competências
- Portuguese-English translation
- Interpretation (simultaneous & consecutive)
- CELPE-Bras exam preparation
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Intercultural communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Leadership
Idiomas
English
Portuguese
Yoruba
Personalizado
Upon request
Linha do tempo
English Teacher
Centro de Línguas e Culturas (CLC), Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA)
08.2025 - 12.2025
Instructor and Translator
Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS)
04.2024 - 12.2025
Administrative Officer II
Lagos State University - Directorate of Welfare, Training and Personnel Development (LASUCAS)
11.2022 - 04.2024
Freelancer
Lextorah School of Languages
09.2019 - 01.2020
Freelance Translator and Interpreter
Novatia Translations
03.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor's degree - Portuguese and English
Lagos State University
01.2011 - 01.2016
High School - undefined
Lagos State Model College