GLORY LOKILI DUALA-EKOKO
The Rehabilitation Center for the Blind
Buea
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Seasoned Inclusive Education Specialist with 10 years of teaching and 5 years of Braille instruction. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Needs Education and certified in Unified English Braille (UEB). Expertise includes examination transcription, accessibility adaptation, and mental health coordination, enhancing educational access for learners with visual impairments and other vulnerabilities.
Work History
Braille Instructor
5 Years 10 Months- Deliver Unified English Braille literacy instruction to visually impaired learners.
- Transcribe textbooks, examination materials, and learning resources into Braille.
- Promote inclusive classroom strategies, fostering independent learning skills among visually impaired learners.
- Support learners in transitioning to mainstream educational settings, enhancing their integration and learning experiences.
- Work alongside educators to create inclusive learning environments. to improve accessibility standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess student needs, optimizing tailored rehabilitation strategies for improved educational outcomes.
Braille Transcriber
1 Year- Transcribed national examination scripts into Braille format, facilitating accessibility for visually impaired candidates.
- Ensured accuracy and confidentiality, adhering to examination standards to maintain integrity of assessments.
- Met national deadlines with meticulous attention to detail, supporting timely distribution of examination materials.
Sign Language/Braille Teacher
3 Years 1 Month- Delivered Unified English Braille literacy instruction to visually impaired learners.
- Transcribed textbooks, examination materials, and learning resources into Braille.
- Implemented inclusive classroom strategies to foster independent learning skills.
- Facilitated social interaction to improve communication skills using sign language.
- Guided learners in successful transitions to mainstream educational settings.
- Collaborated with educators to improve accessibility standards.
Mental Health Coordinator
3 Years 3 Months- Coordinated mental health awareness and psychosocial support initiatives to enhance community understanding and access to resources.
- Facilitated workshops on emotional wellbeing and resilience, equipping participants with practical strategies for coping and support.
- Facilitated connections for vulnerable youth to essential resources.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to promote safe learning environments, fostering inclusive spaces for vulnerable youth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Needs Education
- Educational Assessment and Evaluation of Exceptional Children.
- Assistive Technology in Special Education.
- Guidance and Counseling.
- Consultation and Collaboration.
- Adults with Special Educational Needs.
- Teaching practice in Special Education.
- Issues and Trends in the Education of Exceptional Children
- Assistive Technology in Special Education
- Mainstreaming for children with Exceptionalities.
- Research Methods in Educational Psychology.
- Unified English Braille Literacy 1
- Unified English Braille Literacy 2
- Leadership Training – MOGI -
- Leadership & Personal Development – SWAG-PD
- Entrepreneurship Training
- Effective Altruism Studies
Skills
Braille literacy instruction
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Inclusive education practices
Student evaluation
Classroom management
Student-focused learning
Active Listening
Team collaboration
Adaptable teaching
Multicultural sensitivity
Microsoft Office (Word
Excel
PowerPoint)
Google Workspace (Docs
Sheets
Drive)
Zoom & Microsoft Teams
Digital literacy
SPSS (Statistical Analysis)
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Professional Working
French – A2 (Basic Working Proficiency)
Professional Working
American Sign Language (ASL) – A2 (Basic Conversational)
Professional Working
Certification
- Unified English Braille Literacy 1
- Unified English Braille Literacy 2
- Introduction to Mathematics (Braille)
- Leadership Training – MOGI
- Leadership & Personal Development – SWAG-PD
- Entrepreneurship Training
- Effective Altruism Studies
Interests
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community.
Outdoor Recreation
Youth Development Programs
Volunteering
Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community.
Timeline
Braille Transcriber
General Certificate of Education(GCE) Board
06.2024 - 06.2025Read More
Sign Language/Braille Teacher
GIMEC
05.2021 - 06.2024Read More
Braille Instructor
The Rehabilitation Center for the Blind
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Mental Health Coordinator
ONE PEACE, Cameroon
01.2018 - 04.2021Read More
University of Buea, Cameroon
Bachelor of Arts from Special Needs Education
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CORE COMPETENCIES
- Inclusive & Special Needs Education
- Unified English Braille (UEB) Literacy & Transcription
- Secondary Mathematics Instruction (Form 1–5)
- Curriculum Adaptation & Accessibility
- Examination Preparation (GCE O-Level)
- Educational Material Conversion (Print to Braille / Braille to Print)
- Mental Health & Psychosocial Coordination
- Community Outreach & Youth Engagement
- Leadership & Program Facilitation
- Student Mentorship & Academic Coaching
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strong ethical standards and confidentiality awareness
- Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
- Compassionate and learner-centered
- Effective communicator across diverse learner groups
- Leadership-oriented and community-driven