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
Fort Collins, CO
01.2013 - Current
High School Mathematics Teacher, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO
01.2006 - 01.2013
Mathematics Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO
01.2009 - 01.2010
Head Girls Golf Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO
03.2009 - 05.2009
Mathematics Teacher, Ridgeview Classical Schools
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO
01.2002 - 01.2006
- 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
Fort Collins, CO
01.2001 - 01.2002
Curriculum Coordinator and Pre-School Teacher
Church of the Good Shepherd
Loveland, CO
1997 - 01.2001
- Teach pre-school and develop curriculum for all teachers
6th Grade Teacher
Choice City Christian School
Fort Collins, CO
01.1992 - 01.1997
Summer School Teacher, Cache La Poudre Elementary
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO
06.1992 - 08.1992
- 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
01.2013 - Current
Head Girls Golf Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
03.2009 - 05.2009
Mathematics Coach, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
01.2009 - 01.2010
High School Mathematics Teacher, Poudre High School
Poudre School District
01.2006 - 01.2013
Mathematics Teacher, Ridgeview Classical Schools
Poudre School District
01.2002 - 01.2006
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Fort Collins Christian Academy
01.2001 - 01.2002
Summer School Teacher, Cache La Poudre Elementary
Poudre School District
06.1992 - 08.1992
6th Grade Teacher
Choice City Christian School
01.1992 - 01.1997
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 - 01.2001
ABD - Doctorate - Mathematics Teacher Leadership
University of Northern Colorado