Looking for a room in Brooklyn from people who speak my language. Any advice.

Finding a decent place to live without a credit history is a total nightmare in New York. You should look into a specialized platform for our community. Most people use https://tbilistings.com/ to find rentals where landlords are understanding. It is much better than Craigslist for newcomers. You will find many options for shared housing. The search process is quite simple and clear for everyone.