MARIYAM JUMA

Senior Librarian

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Profile summary

A dedicated educator with a strong foundation in teaching Mathematics and supporting individuals with physical disabilities. Experienced in utilizing various Assistive Technologies to facilitate book and exam accommodations, provide training, and offer academic support. Also skilled in Library Science, with a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments. Eager to contribute expertise and passion in a dynamic setting.

Key skills

Skills
Customer Services SkillsInterpersonal skillsIT skills: Microsoft Office & high-tech assistive technology devicesMathematic skillsWriting reportsInformation ArchitectureData Analysis & VisualizationDigital CurationResearch Data ManagementMetadata Management

Professional experience

Senior LibrarianMay 2022 - Present
Mohammad bin Rashid Library , Dubai

A project manager for ‘A world in your language’ whereby managing all communication, delegating tasks and transform book into electronic and audio books. Achieve and present formal research on translating books using AI in multiple conferences. Stating number of books read and discharged in daily bases in the library. Working on an initiation of making MBRL friendly accessible library for people of determination. Handle purchase task for Library services department. Train colleagues on using different assistive technology available in the library. Visiting multiple reading exhibitions, book fairs and cooperate organizations across UAE. Writing monthly report of work summary, problem/solution aspects and suggestions

  • Managing all communication, delegating tasks and transform book into electronic and audio books for the project ‘A world in your language’
  • Achieve and present formal research on translating books using AI in multiple conferences.
  • Stating number of books read and discharged in daily bases in the library.
  • Working on an initiation of making MBRL friendly accessible library for people of determination.
  • Handle purchase task for Library services department.
  • Train colleagues on using different assistive technology available in the library.
  • Visiting multiple reading exhibitions, book fairs and cooperate organizations across UAE.
  • Writing monthly report of work summary, problem/solution aspects and suggestions
Part-time TeacherNov 2017 - May 2018
ALRAMSA Institution, Dubai

Taught non- Arabic speakers from different ages (7 to 50 ) Developed a series of interactive activities that increased student engagement in language classes Assisted students in developing their language skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions

  • Taught non- Arabic speakers from different ages (7 to 50 )
  • Developed a series of interactive activities that increased student engagement in language classes
  • Assisted students in developing their language skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions
Accommodation officerApr 2017 - Apr 2022
Zayed University , Dubai

Accommodated and converted all types of curriculum materials for blind/low vision students into Braille, enlarge print, tactile graphs, picture description and converted to different file formats. Used different types of hardware/ software equipment and up to date assistive technology such as Kurzweil, Tiger printer, Piaf printer etc. to accommodate students properly. Accommodated, prepared and invigilated exams and quizzes for special needs students Train volunteers/ part time students to accommodate materials. Supported students of determination who have difficulties in Mathematics. Provided appropriate physical accommodations for students such as change classroom location, parking, special toilets etc. Participated in different events with the team. Used different up to date apps and programs that help ease accommodation and any related service for students of determination.

  • Accommodated and converted all types of curriculum materials for blind/low vision students into Braille, enlarge print, tactile graphs, picture description and converted to different file formats.
  • Used different types of hardware/ software equipment and up to date assistive technology such as Kurzweil, Tiger printer, Piaf printer etc. to accommodate students properly.
  • Accommodated, prepared and invigilated exams and quizzes for special needs students
  • Train volunteers/ part time students to accommodate materials.
  • Supported students of determination who have difficulties in Mathematics.
  • Provided appropriate physical accommodations for students such as change classroom location, parking, special toilets etc.
  • Participated in different events with the team.
  • Used different up to date apps and programs that help ease accommodation and any related service for students of determination.
Temporary job Internship OfficerSep 2016 - Mar 2017
Zayed University , Dubai

Placed undergraduate students to different work placement contacted numbers of employers and organization representatives Sent official letters and university requests for different employers and organizations Presented different workshops for undergraduate students before entering internship program

  • Placed undergraduate students to different work placement
  • contacted numbers of employers and organization representatives
  • Sent official letters and university requests for different employers and organizations
  • Presented different workshops for undergraduate students before entering internship program

Education

Master's, Special and Inclusion EducationSep 2018 - Dec 2020
The British University, Dubai

Dean’s List, Dissertation title: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning For Students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities During Covid-19 at University in UAE

Bachelor's Degree, Education- Teaching filed in Mathematics (grades 5 to 9)Sep 2011 - May 2016
Zayed University - Dubai

Certifications

Introduction to assistive technology certificateTexas School for the Blind and Visually impaired people
Introduction to Assistive Technology for young LearnersPACER Centre
AT Assessment Process in the School EnvironmentAssistive Technology Internet Modules
NEMETH Braille code for instructors and paraeducators ( pre K- Grade 3)Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
First Aid trainingsNEBOSH
Apple teacherApple