Mustafa Amanyar
El Cajon
Summary
Multilingual language instructor and cultural communication specialist with extensive experience in teaching, interpretation, and outreach. Focused on providing tailored language support and facilitating access to essential resources for diverse populations. Proficient in fostering connections through culturally sensitive communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Specialist
Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego
San Diego
05.2024 - Current
- Provide professional outreach and support services to individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Assist clients with accessing housing, healthcare, employment, education, and community resources.
- Respond to questions, address concerns, and provide guidance with professionalism and respect.
- Schedule appointments, coordinate services, and maintain accurate confidential records.
- Provide interpretation and translation support in English, Pashto, Dari, and Farsi.
- Use culturally sensitive communication skills when assisting individuals and families.
Lead Case Manager
Cherokee Federal
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed a high-volume caseload while providing professional client support and resource coordination.
- Assisted clients with housing, transportation, employment, healthcare, and community services.
- Helped individuals complete applications, forms, and required documentation.
- Resolved client concerns through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained confidential records and accurate case documentation.
Interpreter / Team Leader
CWU Inc. – Camp Atterbury
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided interpretation and cultural communication support for more than 12,000 Afghan evacuees.
- Facilitated communication between Afghan communities, government personnel, and service providers.
- Assisted individuals with registration, medical services, education, and transition programs.
- Coordinated interpreter assignments and maintained communication quality.
- Worked effectively in a fast-paced multicultural environment.
Manager, Linguist Tester & Examiner
Mission Essential Personnel/LLC
San Diego
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed language testing operations, scheduling, and administrative activities.
- Evaluated language proficiency in English, Pashto, Dari, and Farsi.
- Conducted language assessments and maintained accurate evaluation records.
- Supported linguists through testing coordination and quality control.
- Applied language evaluation standards to assess communication skills.
Pashto/Dari/Farsi Language Instructor
San Diego State University
San Diego
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Taught Pashto language and Afghan culture courses to military professionals for job-related communication needs and personal enrichment.
- Provided instruction in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural communication skills.
- Educated individuals of Afghan heritage interested in learning their language and cultural background.
- Developed lessons and classroom activities based on student learning goals.
- Supported students in improving practical communication skills.
- Received university training on effective teaching methods and instructional practices.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
ESL National English Teaching Institute
Kabul
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Taught English as a Second Language to students with different proficiency levels.
- Developed and delivered lessons focused on speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills.
- Helped students improve English communication abilities through structured instruction and classroom activities.
- Created a supportive learning environment that encouraged participation and progress.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree -
English Literature
Skills
- Pashto, Dari, and Farsi Language Instruction
- Language Tutoring and Classroom Teaching
- Afghan Cultural Awareness and Cultural Protocols
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Lesson Planning and Instructional Support
- Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing Instruction
- Language Assessment and OPI Concepts
- Interpretation and Translation
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally Sensitive Communication
- Adult Learning Support
- Customer Service and Client Support
- Community Outreach and Case Management
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Data Entry and Electronic Records Management
- Cultural competency
- Community engagement
- Client advocacy
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills
- Community relations
- Client needs assessments
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Supportive counseling techniques
- Community outreach programs
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Pashto, Fluent
- Dari, Fluent
- Farsi, Fluent
Teaching Training And Professional Development
- English, Fluent
- Pashto, Fluent
- Dari, Fluent
- Farsi, Fluent
Timeline
Outreach Specialist
Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego
05.2024 - Current
Lead Case Manager
Cherokee Federal
06.2022 - 12.2023
Interpreter / Team Leader
CWU Inc. – Camp Atterbury
08.2021 - 02.2022
Manager, Linguist Tester & Examiner
Mission Essential Personnel/LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
Pashto/Dari/Farsi Language Instructor
San Diego State University
01.2011 - 01.2012
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
ESL National English Teaching Institute
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor’s Degree -
English Literature