Catherine Shaw
1544 Carmela Court * Fort Collins, CO * 80526
(970) 988-7874 * cshaw@psdschools.org
OBJECTVE
To obtain a teaching position for College Algebra concurrent enrollment at the high school level.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Concentration: Secondary Teaching
Minor: Psychology
Master of Arts, Mathematics
Concentration: Secondary Mathematics
University of Northern Colorado (UNC), Greeley, CO
Graduation Date: December 2008
GPA: 3.5/4.0
University of Northern Colorado (UNC), Greeley, CO
Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2013
GPA: 3.8/4.0
LICENSURE
Colorado Professional Teaching License: Secondary Mathematics Endorsement
PLACE Exam passed November 2007
Exp: 05/2016
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Mathematics Teacher
Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
Fall 2009 – Present
 Taught in a full-time mathematics position
 Developed and implemented lessons for Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and College Algebra
courses
 Used formative and summative instruction to implement and improve instruction
 Collaborated with parents, colleagues, and administrators for student success and disciplinary
issues
 Supported students outside the classroom in athletic events, plays, concerts, competitions, and
retreats
 Helped in the development of mathematics intervention courses for struggling Algebra 1
students, including the implementation of a double-blocked Algebra course, the Ramp Up
curriculum, and ALEKS online curriculum
 Worked closely with colleagues in the mathematics department to create common-course
assessments as well as assure the mathematical growth of our students
 Participated in weekly common course and assessment professional learning communities
 Attended several district meetings with colleagues throughout Poudre School District to create
common-course assessments as well as assure the mathematical growth of our students
 Attended two consecutive summers of the PSD Mathematics Summer Assessment institute and
participated in the alignment of Colorado mathematics standards with our curriculum and district
final assessments
 Attended multiple professional development courses offered by Poudre School District
Mathematics Teacher
Rocky Mountain High School, Fort Collins, CO
Spring 2009
 Taught in a full-time mathematics position for one semester on a block schedule.
 Developed and implemented lessons for one Algebra 2 course as well as two Integrated
Mathematics 2 courses
 Used formative and summative instruction to implement and improve instruction
 Collaborated with parents, colleagues, and administrators for student success and disciplinary
issues
 Worked closely with colleagues in the mathematics department to assure the mathematical
growth of our students
 Participated in monthly Professional Learning Communities as well as day-to-day interaction
concerning essential learnings and common formative assessments.
Student Teacher
Rocky Mountain High School, Fort Collins, CO
Fall 2008
 Planed and implemented lessons on a daily basis for 10 consecutive weeks
 Developed and implemented lessons throughout four units on quadratic functions, coordinate
geometry, counting strategies/probability, and logic and proof
 Tutored students in groups and one-on-one to help with homework assignments and review
 Worked closely and individually with a legally blind student; learned how to implement
individualized lesson plans.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
School Committees Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
 Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) committee
 Response to Intervention (Rti) Committee
 School Improvement Team
 Advisory Committee
Fall 2009 – Present
School Dances Rocky Mountain & Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
 Chaperoned homecoming and prom dances for student safety
 Operated ticket collection and check in for Prom 2010
Spring 2008 – Present
Student Body Retreat Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
Spring 2011, Spring 2012
 Helped chaperone 30 students on a Student Council lead retreat over two nights in Estes Park, CO
 Participated in daily student bonding and leadership activities
Homecoming Bonfire Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
 Chaperoned the evening bonfire for student safety
Fall 2010
New Teacher Academy Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, CO
Fall 2009 – Spring 2010
 Participated in monthly meetings after school designed to help ease the transition for new
teachers at Fossil Ridge High school
WORKSHOPS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 Weekly Professional Learning Communities Participation
Fall 2009 – Present
 Monthly Mathematics District Professional Development
2011-2012
 Revving Up Math Workshop (for rigor and high level thinking)
Fall 2011
 Colorado Council for the Teachers of Mathematics (CCTM) Conference
Fall 2009, Fall 2011
 District Summer Assessment Institute
Summer 2011
 “Rigor-Teaching What Matters Most” Gifted and Talented Training
Spring 2010
 National Council for the Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Conference
Fall 2010
 Response to Intervention/Professional Learning Communities Training Summer 2009 & Fall 2009
 Language, Culture, and Equity Training
Fall 2009
 Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum
Fall 2009
 Americas Choice “Navigator”/ “Ramp-Up” Training
Fall 2009
 Blackboard Technology Training
Summer 2009
 SmartBoard Technology Training
Summer 2009
REFERENCES
Scott Torvik
Assistant Administrator
Fossil Ridge High School
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488 – 6267
storvik@psdschools.org
Martha Cranor
Mathematics Teacher/Mentor
Fossil Ridge High School
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488 – 6280
mcranor@psdschools.org
Kate Canine
Professional Development Facilitator
Poudre School District
Fort Collins, CO 80521
(970) 490 - 3024
ccanine@psdschools.org