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
Berrien Springs, MI
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
Madagascar
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
Kalamazoo, MI
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
Berrien Springs, MI
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
Kalamazoo, MI
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