Bonnie C.

Kayser
1520 N Elston Ave, # 2
Chicago, Illinois 60642
bckayser128@yahoo.com

Profile A high school mathematics teacher cum public administrator specialization in public
policy. Sixteen years teaching in Illinois and California school districts. Five
years teaching experience prior to No Child Left Behind and continuing through
present. A strong desire to influence education policy to benefit all stakeholders
involved in education.

Profession Educator, Policy Aanalyst

Work Experience:

Chicago Public Schools - Mathematics - High School

June 2003, - to date:
Provided instruction in Algebra and Geometry according to “scripted” curriculum.
Consulted with parents and students regarding learning opportunities [progress?].
Proctored Prairie State Achievement Exam for the state No Child Left Behind
requirements.
Participated in Achievement Academy Program.
Teaching experience ranges from below grade level through AP course levels.

Antelope Valley Union High School District – Mathematics – High School

August 1999, - June 2003
Provided instruction in Algebra during regular school day, summer school, and
after school programs.
Consulted with parents and students regarding learning opportunities.
Advised the Friday Night Live student organization
Advised and instructed students who became performers in the Swing Dance Club
Participated in programs using a 20 to 1 ratio of students to teachers including
one-year and two-year pacing Algebra instruction
Utilized professional development opportunities to learn American Sign
Language, the procedures of the California Juvenile Penal System, and Microsoft
Office Suite
Organized, trained proctors and supervised the SAT testing for the Highland High
School SAT site
Proctored the SAT 9 (now CAT 9) state testing for the new No Child Left Behind
requirements

Fortuna Union School District – Mathematics - High School

January 1999, - June 1999
Provided instruction in Geometry and Advanced Algebra using the College Preparatory
Mathematics scripted curriculum
Proctored the STAR testing (now the CAT 9) required by the State of California
Oklahoma State University – Mathematics – College Algebra
August 1998, -December 1998
Provided instruction in the college algebra level mathematics course through lecture and
study groups for students needing requirement to continue attending Oklahoma
State University
Monitored student progress through creation of testing opportunities and homework
assignments

Ukiah Unified School District – Mathematics – High School

August 1997, -June 1998
Provided instruction in the basic math, pre-algebra, and algebra math levels through
lecture and project based instruction
Advised the Friday Night Live student organization

Eureka City Schools – Substitute Teacher – Junior High and High School
October 1996, -June 1997
Provided instruction in all subject areas for junior and senior high school levels.

Sierra Sands Unified School District – Mathematics – High School

August 1995, -June 1996
Provided instruction for basic mathematics and College Preparatory Mathematics scripted
program.
Advised the Friday Night Live student organization

Arcata School District – Mathematics – Middle School

August 1994, -June 1995
Learned how to provide solid mathematics instruction
Worked with students for mathematics competitions

Special Knowledge & Skills

Understanding the importance of positive communication with colleagues and clients.
Understanding the importance of conflict resolution
Strong knowledge base for policies effecting education.
Full understanding of requirements of teachers in the classroom
Willingness to learn
Determined to achieve personal and professional goals

Education:
South University Online, Savannah, GA
Master of Science – Public Administration 2009-2010

Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA

Bachelor of Arts – Mathematics 1989-1994
Bachelor of Arts – Psychology 1989-1994