With the Right Interpreter, Everything Is Possible
Jonathan Martínez Márquez
ASL/English/Spanish Interpreter
BEI, Advanced (Eng/ASL)
Interpreter, Mentor, Educator
About Me
Jonathan was born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Dallas/Fort-Worth area in Texas. He graduated from Tarrant County College Interpreting Training Program in 2018 with a Sign Language Interpreting associates degree. Jonathan holds an Advanced Certification in American Sign Language interpreting from the Board for Evaluation of Interpreters.
He attends the University of Texas at Arlington studying Linguistics, BA, and a double minor in ASL/Deaf Studies and Spanish Linguistics. His passion is to uplift marginalized communities and mentor, coach and educate aspiring interpreters.
Jonathan enjoys spending leisure time gardening, doing yoga, reading (too many books at once), going to social events, and working out.
Work Experience
Adjunct Professor
Collin College
2025 – Present
Interpreting Mentor/Coach
ESC Region 11
2024 – Present
Freelance Interpreter
Fusion Interpreting
2021 – Present
Video Relay Service Interpreter
ZVRS/Purple Communications
2022 – 2024
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Develop and deliver coursework in American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting, focusing on advanced interpreting skills and professional readiness.
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Supervise and mentor students in internship placements, providing guidance on ethical decision-making, skill development, and professional conduct.
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Collaborate with community partners to create meaningful practicum experiences and assess student performance through observation, feedback, and reflective learning activities.
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Provide mentorship and coaching to uncertified interpreters to:
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Enhance interpreting skills
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Improve ASL proficiency
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Strengthen understanding of ethical practices
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Utilize:
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Real-time feedback
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Performance assessments
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Discussion of ethical dilemmas
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Tailored development plans
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Guide interpreters in:
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Certification preparation
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Staying current with industry trends
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Manage business operations including scheduling, invoicing, and client relations
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Stay current with industry standards and professional development between ASL and spoken English in settings like meetings, medical visits, and classrooms
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Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural competency
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Adapt to diverse individuals and environments
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Provide top-notch customer service
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Provide excellent customer service and linguistic/cultural mediation between Deaf and hearing clients
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Offer interpreting and transliterating services using ASL and voicing
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Maintain professionalism through punctuality, preparedness, collaboration, and accurate records
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Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and support organizational values
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Follow FCC policies and regulations