Kathy Bonham
Anaheim,CA
Summary
With over 25 years of experience, I've taught grades 7-12, including most Sciences, am comfortable with Math levels through Algebra 2, and Spanish. The CLAD credential provided a foundation to experience a variety of cultures. Throughout the years, I have also enjoyed working with Special Education students where my patience, humor and empathy have contributed to my success in reaching students.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Orange Unified School District
Orange, CA
09.1995 - 06.2021
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with encouragement and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Found opportunities to work with struggling students one-on-one to improve comprehension and complete required curriculum.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Life Science Teacher
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove, CA
10.1994 - 06.1995
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Engaged students with laboratory and hands-one activities to foster group learning and comprehension.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
Substitute Teacher, Tutor, and Home Hospital
Various Districts Throughout El Dorado County
Placerville, CA
09.1991 - 06.1993
- Served as on-call substitute for grades 6-12 in 13 different school districts.
- Served and provided students with individual instruction in the Home-Hospital program.
- Tutored students in Chemistry both at home and school locations.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Pollock Pines Elementary School District
Pollock Pines, CA
09.1990 - 06.1991
- Created outdoor to engage students in the application of scientific principles.
- Worked with social workers and counselors to help students dealing with challenging circumstances.
- Designed cooperative learning laboratory activities in which each student played a role in the outcome.
Education
Master of Arts - Education And Pupil Services
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA08.2003
Life/Physical Science Teaching Credential - Secondary Education Programs
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.1985
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL03.1977
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Parent and Student Communication
- Creative Instruction Style
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Effective Discipline Measures
- Positive Learning Environment
- Online Systems
Certification
- CLAD Certified
- School Counseling
Timeline
Teacher
Orange Unified School District
09.1995 - 06.2021
Life Science Teacher
Garden Grove Unified School District
10.1994 - 06.1995
Substitute Teacher, Tutor, and Home Hospital
Various Districts Throughout El Dorado County
09.1991 - 06.1993
8th Grade Science Teacher
Pollock Pines Elementary School District
09.1990 - 06.1991
Master of Arts - Education And Pupil Services
Azusa Pacific University
Life/Physical Science Teaching Credential - Secondary Education Programs
California State University - Fullerton
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Florida State University