Amber Miller
Missouri City,USA
Summary
Warm and dedicated Preschool Teacher and Instructional Mentor with over 13 years in early education and 2 years in team leadership. Adept at modeling developmentally appropriate practices, conducting team observations, and guiding team through intervention strategies and communication frameworks. Eager to leverage strong advocacy and coordination skills to support both educators and family outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Cashier
Home Goods
Sugar Land, Texas
04.2026 - Current
- Collect and authorize payments and returns for customers.
- Delivered quality customer service, assisting customers in locating items efficiently.
- Executed weekly markdowns on slow-moving inventory to optimize sales and reduce excess stock.
- Expedite weekly percentage merchandise markdowns
- Arranged merchandise in the store to improve the customer experience.
- Counted and organized physical inventory for 2026 Annual Store Inventory to ensure accuracy.
- Communicate and implement team strategies and goals
Photographer
Personally Employed
Stafford, Texas
10.2021 - Current
- Personal Photography Website: Flutter Me Shutters: Amber Miller Photography.
- Adjusted subject positioning, props, and lighting while selecting camera angles to enhance final image quality.
- Coordinated photoshoot logistics to achieve optimal lighting and timing for each session.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for online publication and portfolio enhancement.
Seasonal Cashier
Hobby Lobby
Missouri City, Texas
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Collected and authorized customer payments and returns, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Provided quality customer service, assisting customers in locating items to enhance shopping experience.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes to maintain visibility and accessibility for customers.
- Counted and organized physical inventory for 2026 Annual Store Inventory, contributing to accurate stock management.
- Organized merchandise throughout the entirety of the store to create a clean and appealing shopping environment.
- Seasonal Position
Lead Leasing Consultant and Receptionist
Shadowbrooke Apartments
Stafford, Texas
06.2022 - 10.2025
- Promoted and advertised property to attract potential residents, enhancing visibility and engagement
- Followed up with leads and prospects to facilitate application process and conducted cold calls to generate interest
- Collected and reviewed applications, verifying income and rental history to ensure tenant suitability
- Negotiate lease terms, including deposit options, rent, and amenities
- Respond to tenant maintenance requests and ensure that they are resolved
- Communicate events/scheduling/maintenance/price updates and concerns to residents and office staff
- Maintain quarterly Sales Expectations
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills in client interactions
- Implement basic office practices such as scheduling, filing, and organization
- Read and interpreted contract policies and guidelines to ensure compliance
- Used computer software and digital platforms to complete daily tasks
- Highest Ratings and Sales for the Stafford, TX Area in Leasing: Spring 2024 and Spring 2025
- 2 years Lead Sales Position for Shadowbrooke Apartments
- Certified Reading Specialist
- Leader of school-wide Literacy Committee in Chengdu, China for Quality Schools International (2017-2019)
- Cum Laude Honors: Bachelor's Degree in Elem. Education
- 4.0 GPA: Master's Degree in Reading and Literacy
Substitute Teacher
Meadows Place Pre-School
Meadows, Texas
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Implement school curriculum for each of the Early Childhood classrooms
- Organized educational supplies to ensure classrooms are fully equipped
- Restocked classrooms with essential supplies to maintain the learning environment
- Assisted with school-wide activities and functions to enhance student engagement
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
Stafford, Texas
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Collected and authorized payments and returns, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Provided customer service and assisted customers in locating items to enhance shopping experience.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes to maintain a tidy shopping environment.
- Seasonal Position
2nd Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Fort Bend ISD
Missouri City, Texas
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented school curriculum for reading, writing, and social studies to meet diverse student needs.
- Instruct daily curriculum to students with diverse cognitive/behavioral/emotional needs
- Adapt instruction to different learning styles and abilities
- Led engaging group activities to enhance student interaction with course material.
- Communicated student progress and needs to parents, staff, and administration to foster collaborative support.
- Evaluate progress based on assessments, tests, and reports.
- Maintain documents of grades, attendance, behavioral, and developmental milestones
- Implemented structured behavioral management techniques to maintain safety and order in the classroom.
- Data management and analysis with learning objectives/daily goals.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Quality Schools International
Chengdu, China
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Instruct daily curriculum to students with diverse cognitive/behavioral/emotional needs
- Tailored instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, promoting individualized student success.
- Facilitated engaging group activities that enhanced student participation and understanding of course material.
- Emphasize critical thinking through small group activities
- Implement school curriculum for Reading, Writing, and Social Studies
- Develop activities and integrate technology to diversify instruction
- Implement behavioral management strategies to maintain a safe classroom environment.
- Evaluate progress based on assessments, tests, and reports.
- Communicate student progress and needs with parents, staff, and administration
- Maintain documents of grades, attendance, behavioral, and developmental milestones
- Data management and analysis with learning objectives/daily goals.
1st Grade Teacher
Stafford Municipal School District
Stafford, TX
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Implemented 1st grade curriculum for reading, writing, science, math, and social studies to enhance student learning engagement
- Tailored daily learning objectives to address diverse student needs, fostering individualized learning experiences
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student growth and address concerns.
Kindergarten Teacher
Houston ISD
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Differentiated daily learning objectives for diverse learning levels to enhance student engagement
- Applied 'Balanced Literacy' Program to Reading and Writing Curriculum, fostering comprehensive literacy development
- Implement Kindergarten grade curriculum for Reading, Writing, and Social Studies
Applied Behavioral Analysis Teacher
Texana Center for Children with Autism
Rosenburg, TX
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Implemented daily learning objectives for elementary students, fostering academic growth for students with typical development and those on the autism spectrum
- Applied Board Certified Behavioral Analysis skills and therapy to enhance daily routines and educational objectives, promoting student engagement and learning
- Developed individualized education plans for students with autism.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning objectives.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Primrose at Waterside Estates
Richmond, TX
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Implemented Pre-Kindergarten curriculum for seasonal themed educational units to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Tailored educational approaches to address diverse learning needs, fostering foundational social, emotional, physical, and academic skills
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective communication and teamwork.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive and social-emotional growth.
Substitute Teacher
Hays ISD- Hemphill Elementary
Kyle, TX
09.2008 - 12.2008
- Implemented grade level curricula to engage diverse student needs
- Differentiated daily learning objectives for varied learning levels to enhance student understanding
- Organized interactive learning sessions for preschoolers to foster creativity and social skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans effectively.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
Education
Masters - Reading and Literacy
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08-2018
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12-2008
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Solution-oriented
- Efficient with Scheduling Skills
- Organized
- Customer Service
- Editing/Proofreading
- Copyediting
- Adaptable
- Tech-Proficient
- Enjoys being the 'face' of a company
- Open to professional growth
- Transaction Handling
- Team communication
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- Editorial Freelancer's Association: Copyediting Certificate
- Early Childhood-6th Grade Certification
- English Language Supplemental Certification
- Reading Specialist Certification
Accomplishments
- Highest Ratings and Sales for the Stafford, TX Area in Leasing: Spring 2024 and Spring 2025
- 2 years Lead Sales Position for Shadowbrooke Apartments
- Professional Portrait Photographer
- Certified Reading Specialist
- Leader of school-wide Literacy Committee in Chengdu, China for Quality Schools International (2017-2019)
- Cum Laude Honors: Bachelor's Degree in Elem. Education
- 4.0 GPA: Master's Degree in Reading and Literacy
Timeline
Part-Time Cashier
Home Goods
04.2026 - Current
Seasonal Cashier
Hobby Lobby
10.2025 - 01.2026
Lead Leasing Consultant and Receptionist
Shadowbrooke Apartments
06.2022 - 10.2025
Substitute Teacher
Meadows Place Pre-School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Photographer
Personally Employed
10.2021 - Current
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
09.2021 - 01.2022
2nd Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Fort Bend ISD
06.2020 - 06.2021
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Quality Schools International
08.2015 - 06.2020
1st Grade Teacher
Stafford Municipal School District
08.2014 - 08.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2012 - 08.2014
Applied Behavioral Analysis Teacher
Texana Center for Children with Autism
08.2011 - 08.2012
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Primrose at Waterside Estates
08.2009 - 08.2011
Substitute Teacher
Hays ISD- Hemphill Elementary
09.2008 - 12.2008
Masters - Reading and Literacy
Sam Houston State University
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Texas State University