Blandine Ehode Nnoko
Owings Mills,USA
Summary
Hardworking, motivated, and adaptable individual with a strong passion for education, determination drives me to make a meaningful impact in every endeavor. My positive outlook enables me to excel in diverse environments, while my leadership and growth, and create sustainable solutions. My devotion to lifelong learning, adaptability, and a dedicated to transforming lives and promoting education across Africa and the world. I am also the author of the motivational book “The Golden Night of Horror,” available on Amazon, which reflects my commitment to inspiring others and fostering resilience. With experience in teaching, business, and capacity-building initiatives, I strive to empower individuals, foster leadership, business, and research. As the founder of Global English Africa Empowerment Initiative, I am dedicated to transforming lives and promoting education across Africa and the world.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School ESL Teacher
Global English
Buea, Cameroon
09.2024 - Current
Editor
African Online and Publication Library
09.2021 - Current
- Assist in generating ideas in alignment with target audiences’ preference, content writing.
- Editing and proofreading articles for publication for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other formatting errors.
- Ensure that students can reach a proficient level on standardized national and international English proficiency testing.
- Use multi-media tools to enhance students’ engagement during class sessions.
- Adapt teaching methods to each student’s skill level and background.
Teacher
Al-Mawakeb International School
Istanbul, Turkey
08.2022 - 08.2024
Teacher
ONYX International School
Istanbul, Turkey
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Taught three courses (English language, English literature, and Social Studies) to Grade 5 to Grade 10 and English Language and Literature.
- Designed and facilitated course curriculums (using British and American curriculums), weekly/yearly lesson plans and activities.
- Employed diverse teaching techniques such as hands-on activities, demonstrations, group projects (such as Spelling Bees) which boosted student engagement by 80%, and English language proficiency overall by 65%, respectively.
- Created, administered, and graded tests, essays, and quizzes.
Editor
Eden Newspaper/ Radio Buea
Buea, Cameroon
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Reported news from three major cities in Cameroon.
- Developed scripts for bulletins, headlines, and reports.
- Gathered and verified information regarding news stories through research and interviews.
- Arranged interviews with individuals who could provide complete and accurate information.
Volunteer, Public Relations Office
University of Buea
Buea, Cameroon
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed public relations such as enquiries from the public, the press, and related organizations.
- Developed and produced presentations and press releases related to the university.
- Organized and participated in fundraising events such as competitions and seminars.
- Planned and facilitated activities and events at the University of Buea to promote a positive image.
Teaching Assistant
University of Buea
Buea, Cameroon
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted faculty in teaching and grading undergraduate courses such as sociolinguistics, lexicology, research methodology, language teaching and language learning, Phonetics and phonology.
- Developed materials such as syllabus, visual aids, and supplementary course notes.
- Mentored and assisted students on internships to enhance their literary skills and civic engagement.
Education
MASTER'S IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
ISTANBUL GELISIM UNIVERSITY
Turkey01-2023
MASTER'S IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS -
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
Cameroon01-2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEORETICAL LINGUISTICS AND EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
Cameroon01-2017
Skills
- Moodle
- Zoom
- Google classroom
- Google Meet
- Skype
- Blackboard
- Interactive Whiteboards
- SMART board
- Canvas
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent Organizational skills
- Cross-discipline collaboration
- Technology integration
- Adaptive teaching
- Excellent communication
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- English grammar
- Composition
Accomplishments
- Best student in Applied Linguistics Program, University of Buea, Cameroon, 2021
- Teacher of the Year award, Bonduma Evening School, 2017
- Best Teacher, ONYX International School, Istanbul, Türkiye, 2022
- Best dedicated teacher, Al-Mawakeb International Schools, Istanbul, Türkiye, 2024
Publications
- Linguistic strategies for customer persuasion: The case of Mobile Telecommunications, https://tinyurl.com/4bpvkxhb
- Evidence from the Anglophone region of Cameroon, https://tinyurl.com/4v4r8uex
- Assessing earnings management practices of non-profit organizations in a crisis context
- Motivational book: 'The Golden Night of Horror', Amazon Market place
References
- Mirabeau Enongene, ngengetanyu@africao.org, Professor, Walter Sisulu University, New Zealand
- Tanyu Ngenge, enongenes@yahoo.com, Academic Researcher, Cameroon
- Blasius Chiato, blasiuschiatoh@gmail.com, Professor, Buea University, Cameroon
- Ahmet Yucel Urusan, urusans@fau.edu, Assistant Professor, Florida Atlantic University, USA
Teaching Certifications
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Teaching Certificate
- International English Language Testing System (Advanced IELTS)
Leadership Experience
- Founder and Manager of Global English Africa Empowerment Initiatives
- Organized, directed, and coordinated a work study program at the Istanbul Gelisim University, Türkiye
- Organized and coordinated a work study program at the University of Buea, Cameroon
Timeline
Secondary School ESL Teacher
Global English
09.2024 - Current
Teacher
Al-Mawakeb International School
08.2022 - 08.2024
Teacher
ONYX International School
10.2021 - 08.2022
Editor
African Online and Publication Library
09.2021 - Current
Editor
Eden Newspaper/ Radio Buea
03.2020 - 09.2021
Volunteer, Public Relations Office
University of Buea
07.2019 - 09.2021
Teaching Assistant
University of Buea
08.2018 - 02.2020
MASTER'S IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
ISTANBUL GELISIM UNIVERSITY
MASTER'S IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS -
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEORETICAL LINGUISTICS AND EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF BUEA