Babetta Popoff
About Babetta Popoff
Babetta Popoff serves as the Program Manager for Heritage Learner Training and Development at Sorenson Communications, where she has worked since 2018. She specializes in training interpreters on compassion strain, self-care, and resilience, and has a Master's degree in Learning Design & Technology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Current Role at Sorenson Communications
Babetta Popoff serves as Program Manager: Heritage Learner Training and Development at Sorenson Communications. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the Southern Region of the USA. In her role, she focuses on developing training programs and delivering workshops aimed at addressing compassion strain for interpreters. Her work emphasizes the importance of self-care and resilience in the interpreting profession.
Education and Expertise
Babetta Popoff earned her Master's degree in Learning Design & Technology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor's degree in Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions at Belhaven College from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in designing instructional and mentoring opportunities for Heritage Language users of American Sign Language (ASL).
Professional Background
Babetta Popoff has an extensive professional background in the interpreting field. Before her current role, she worked at Sorenson Communications in various capacities, including Director of Interpreting and Assistant Director. She also served as a District Manager and Video Interpreter. Her earlier experience includes 13 years as a Lead Performance Interpreter at Universal Orlando Resort, where she honed her skills in performance interpreting.
Partnerships and Community Engagement
Babetta Popoff has partnered with the University of North Florida Interpreter Education Project to enhance the skills of K-12 interpreters in Florida. Through this collaboration, she provides workshops and mentoring opportunities, contributing to the professional development of interpreters in the educational sector.