Kelly Shank
Wellington
Summary
Professional mathematics educator and education consultant with extensive experience in curriculum development and facilitation of professional learning opportunities. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Known for expertise in instructional design and development, with commitment to fostering inclusive and effective learning environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
K-12 Mathematics Curriculum Facilitator
Poudre School District
2013.01 - Current
High School Mathematics Teacher, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2006.01 - 2013.01
Mathematics Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2009.01 - 2010.01
Head Girls Golf Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2009.03 - 2009.05
Mathematics Teacher, Ridgeview Classical Schools
Poudre School District
2002.01 - 2006.01
- Teach elementary, middle, and high school mathematics in grades 5-12
- Math Counts Coach for grades 6-8
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Fort Collins Christian Academy
2001.01 - 2002.01
Curriculum Coordinator and Pre-School Teacher
Church of the Good Shepherd
1997 - 2001.01
- Teach pre-school and develop curriculum for all teachers
6th Grade Teacher
Choice City Christian School
1992.01 - 1997.01
Summer School Teacher, Cache La Poudre Elementary
Poudre School District
1992.06 - 1992.08
- Taught integrated units of study to PreK – 2nd grade
Education
ABD - Doctorate - Mathematics Teacher Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2019
Specialist Certificate - Mathematics Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2014
Master of Mathematics - Education Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.1992
Skills
- Professional learning creation/facilitation
- Adoption process leadership
- Instructional coaching
- Mentoring teachers
- Standards alignment
- Student engagement, climate & culture
- Differentiation
- Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Speaker at Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics (Empowering Students to Own Their Learning), 2020
- Guest lecturer in Secondary Math Methods course at UNC
- Jared Polis Excellence in Education Award 2012
- ACT Presenter (Increasing Mathematics Achievement), Mountain Region, 2012
- Training/Lesson Study with Poudre High School Algebra 1 team, 2012-2013
- Training/Lesson Study with Lincon Middle School math team, 2013
Timeline
K-12 Mathematics Curriculum Facilitator
Poudre School District
2013.01 - Current
Head Girls Golf Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2009.03 - 2009.05
Mathematics Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2009.01 - 2010.01
High School Mathematics Teacher, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
2006.01 - 2013.01
Mathematics Teacher, Ridgeview Classical Schools
Poudre School District
2002.01 - 2006.01
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Fort Collins Christian Academy
2001.01 - 2002.01
Summer School Teacher, Cache La Poudre Elementary
Poudre School District
1992.06 - 1992.08
6th Grade Teacher
Choice City Christian School
1992.01 - 1997.01
Specialist Certificate - Mathematics Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Mathematics - Education Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Northern Colorado
Curriculum Coordinator and Pre-School Teacher
Church of the Good Shepherd
1997 - 2001.01
ABD - Doctorate - Mathematics Teacher Leadership
University of Northern Colorado