Harizo Dyas Fanivana
Berrien Springs,MI
Summary
Communicative ESL Teacher committed to helping non-English speaking students improve English reading, writing and speaking fluency. Bringing 12 years of hands-on experience creating instructional methods to stimulate learning and assessing student progress. Motivated doctoral student currently working towards degree in Curriculum & Instruction, department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Teaching (CLT), School of Education, Andrews University.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor of English
Andrews University
05.2024 - Current
- Enhance student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials
- Boost student motivation through engaging activities and positive reinforcement strategies
- Improve language proficiency levels with personalized instruction tailored to individual needs
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering interdisciplinary learning
- Assess student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans accordingly to optimize learning outcomes
- Develop strong rapport with students, creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment
- Create authentic assessments to gauge student understanding and inform instructional decisions
- Increase cultural awareness among students through the inclusion of multicultural texts and activities
- Implement differentiated instruction strategies, accommodating various learning styles and abilities within the classroom
- Provide targeted support for struggling learners through individualized tutoring sessions outside of class hours
- Maintain accurate records of student performance data, utilizing it to inform instructional choices and drive improvement efforts
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
- Assist in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
- Deliver and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies
- Tailor lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds
- Attend team meetings with fellow bilingual teachers to integrate curriculum and improve student learning
- Use MyEnglishLab to maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and growth
- Educate students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking
- Coach students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation
- Facilitate small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning
- Develop and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Adopt educational technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning
- Give one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Promote critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction
- Attend workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Modify curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs
- Increase ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
- Develop activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Support students holistically to achieve academic success
- Personalize instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students
- Review course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements
- Use positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed
- Facilitate class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding
- Encourage students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
Assistant Teacher
College Of Education
05.2022 - Current
- I am voluntarily teaching American Literature online to undergraduate students at the College of Education in Madagascar.
Adult Education ESL Instructor
Kalamazoo Public Schools
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles
- Increased language proficiency in students by implementing immersive activities and conversation practice sessions
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged active participation and collaboration
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement
- Supported learners' cultural adjustment by incorporating topics related to American culture and customs into lessons
- Boosted student confidence in speaking English through consistent reinforcement of correct pronunciation and grammar usage
- Promoted a multicultural classroom atmosphere by celebrating diverse holidays, traditions, and sharing personal experiences from different cultures
- Encouraged peer-to-peer learning by pairing advanced learners with beginners during group activities, promoting both teamwork and language development
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
Graduate Student
Andrews University
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Assuring good communication between our department, student teachers' mentors, and student teachers
- Observing student teachers (from elementary to high school levels) while teaching
- Reporting their teaching performance according to Andrews University rubrics
- Monitoring and documenting their progress
- Reporting their teaching progress to my department chair
- Preparing student teachers' final evaluations.
ESL Teacher (Volunteer)
Kalamazoo Public School
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Teaching English as a Second Language (Adults)
- Increased ESL students' listening, reading, and writing abilities by integrating authentic materials, visual aids, and audio-visual equipment.
EFL Teacher
Adventist Zürcher University
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language to various departments such as Theology, Management, and Nursing programs
- Increased students' performance in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
EFL Teacher
CNELA (National Center For Teaching English)
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Teaching Assistant
Ecole Normale Supérieure (Teacher College)
11.2011 - 05.2014
- Teaching U.S literature, Listening and Reading
EFL Teacher
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
03.2011 - 07.2012
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
EFL Teacher
Fukushima High School
10.2010 - 02.2011
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language to high school Japanese students
EFL Teacher
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
07.2005 - 09.2009
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
EFL Teacher (Volunteer)
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
10.2004 - 12.2005
- Assisted class teacher with lesson plans and teaching 10th, 11th, and 12th graders
- Acted as coach to some struggling students in class, meeting them outside the classroom for more help
- Designed tests and grading students' papers and exams
- Performed student-parent meetings for cooperation and evaluation.
Tourist Guide
Zoologic Park
01.2000 - 02.2001
- Guided tourists to see around famous parks and places in Madagascar
- Translated our native language into English to more than thousands of tourists
Education
Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction -
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI12.2024
Certificate Harvard BOK Higher Education Teaching -
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA10.2022
Master of Science Evaluation, Measurement, Research -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08.2020
Master of Arts TESOL -
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2020
Graduate Diploma (TESOL) -
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2019
Master in Divinity Theology -
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI12.2017
Graduate Certificate TESOL -
Fukui University
Fukui, Japan04.2011
Bachelor of Arts English Education -
Ecole Normale Supérieure
Antananarivo, Madagascar12.2007
Skills
- Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- Evaluation, Measurement, and Research
- Assessment
Accomplishments
- Awarded Dean's List ( Academic Excellence ) Summer 2020, University of Kansas
- Portfolio Project, TESOL Department, University of Kansas, 2020
- Capstone Project, School of Education, Western Michigan University, 2020
- Conference Presentation: Critique of Dr. Krashen's language curriculum entitled, ' Five Hypotheses of Dr. Stephen Krashen's Curriculum ', 2018, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI.
- Awarded ' Work Excellence ' and Scholarship , 2016, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
- Submitted a research project entitled, ' The Value of Teacher-Student Interactions to Develop Reading: More Emphasis on Instructional Strategies in Pre-Reading and While-Reading' , Graduate School of Education, Fukui University, Fukui, Japan
- Awarded Monbukagakusho Scholarship (2009-2011). It was an academic scholarship offered by Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
- A thesis entitled, ' Using Ernest Hemingway's novel The Sun Also Rises (1926) and a Few Short Stories to Improve Reading Skills to Malagasy High School Students ', Ecole Normale Supérieure (Teacher College), December 2007, Madagascar
Additionalinformation - References
- Dr. Lori Imasiku (School of Education, Andrews University, Michigan)
- Dr. Gary Miron (School of Education, Western Michigan University, Michigan)
- Dr. Hyesun Cho (TESOL Department, University of Kansas, Kansas)
- Becky Poling (ESL Teacher, Kalamazoo Public Schools)
- Luda Vine (Director of Department of Intensive English Programs [DIEP]), Andrews University)
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of English
Andrews University
05.2024 - Current
Adult Education ESL Instructor
Kalamazoo Public Schools
10.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant Teacher
College Of Education
05.2022 - Current
Graduate Student
Andrews University
08.2020 - 05.2022
ESL Teacher (Volunteer)
Kalamazoo Public School
11.2018 - 02.2020
EFL Teacher
Adventist Zürcher University
03.2012 - 05.2014
EFL Teacher
CNELA (National Center For Teaching English)
03.2012 - 05.2014
Teaching Assistant
Ecole Normale Supérieure (Teacher College)
11.2011 - 05.2014
EFL Teacher
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
03.2011 - 07.2012
EFL Teacher
Fukushima High School
10.2010 - 02.2011
EFL Teacher
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
07.2005 - 09.2009
EFL Teacher (Volunteer)
LYPARS (Adventist High School)
10.2004 - 12.2005
Tourist Guide
Zoologic Park
01.2000 - 02.2001
Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction -
Andrews University
Certificate Harvard BOK Higher Education Teaching -
Harvard University
Master of Science Evaluation, Measurement, Research -
Western Michigan University
Master of Arts TESOL -
University of Kansas
Graduate Diploma (TESOL) -
University of Kansas
Master in Divinity Theology -
Andrews University
Graduate Certificate TESOL -
Fukui University
Bachelor of Arts English Education -
Ecole Normale Supérieure