Elizabeth Dianne Shirey
5909 Teal Ct. Sachse, TX 75048  972-571-8521  liz.shirey.schoolteacher@gmail.com
“ the classroom. Appreciates the collaboration of a team of fellow educators who share my goal of
Ms. Shirey shows
excellent collaboration.
It is very nice to work
with an educator who
places students first.”
Rosalinda Pratt
Principal, Jill Stone
Elementary DISD
“Ms. Shirey treats
everyone with the
utmost respect. This
has led to a great
rapport with our most
behaviorally challenged
students, resulting in
positive outcomes for
all involved.”
Belinda Katz
ABC Teacher
Lister, Elementary GISD
“Ms. Shirey has a clear
understanding of the
process of unpacking
and teaching a
standard, attention to
lesson details, and
student achievement.”
Jay Morales
Site Coordinator /
Supervisor
Texas Tech University
“Dallas teacher
candidate brings
resources outside of
school to impact
student learning in
PPCD. Way to go Liz!”
Claudia Marquez
Site Coordinator /
Supervisor
Texas Tech University
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Enthusiastic and compassionate elementary school teacher dedicated to creating a positive
atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging, and conducive to building relationships with students
and parents. Enjoys co-operative and station teaching, and using modern technology in the
classroom. Integrates growth mindset, stress management, and Social Emotional Learning into
helping every child, every day.
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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Texas Tech University - BS in Multidisciplinary Studies August 2016
Eastfield College - AAT in EC- Grade 6 May 2015
Teacher Certifications – EC-6 Generalist
EC – 12 SPED
ESL Supplemental
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PROFESSIONAL & CORE COMPETENCIES
General Education Special Education
Creative Lesson Planning Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management Special Needs Students / IEPs
5E Lesson Planning Inclusion Instructional Strategies
Learner Assessment ARDs & BIPs
CPE Co-Planning Co-Teaching Station Teaching Data Analysis
Classroom Technology and Applications
Go Noodle Go Animate ChatterPix Easy IEP Google Docs G Suite Google Slides
Teach Scape Edmodo Review 360
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PROFESSIONAL & PRE-SERVICE TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Dallas Independent School District
Jill Stone Elementary – Special Education Teacher Oct. 2017 / Present
Resource & Inclusion Math grades 1-5
Resource & Inclusion ELAR grades 1-5
Resource Social / Emotional Development
Garland Independent School District:
Substitute Teacher – Elementary General Ed. and Special Ed. Sept. 2017 / Oct. 2017
Lister Elementary – Special Education ABC Instructional Aide Oct. 2016 / June 2017
Dallas Independent School District Teacher Candidate:
Lee McShan Elementary - 4th grade ELA, 3rd grade Math Summer 2016
Special Education FLS, PPCD, & Inclusion Spring 2016
Thelma Richardson Elementary - 2nd Grade all subjects Fall 2015
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 Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and
special needs within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom
 Taught students with special needs within an FLS, PPCD, ABC, and Resource Unit
 Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school
administrators /staff