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Lisa Miller
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Lisa Miller

Preschool Lead Teacher
Apopka,FL

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Lead TeacherAssistant TeacherLead Teacher – Younger ThreesInfant Lead TeacherOwner / Childcare Provider

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Apopka, FL, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancement

Summary

Dedicated Early Childhood Education professional with more than 20 years of experience supporting children's development in home childcare programs, preschool classrooms, and Head Start environments. Skilled in creating safe, engaging learning environments that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Strong background in child development, classroom management, family communication, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with children and families while maintaining high standards of safety, organization, and professionalism.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher

Early Learning Center
Eustis, FL
09.2019 - Current
  • Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum supporting cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Maintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment while supervising children during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Observe and document children's development and communicate progress with families.
  • Support positive behavior and social-emotional learning using effective guidance strategies.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff and administrators to maintain program standards and licensing compliance.

Assistant Teacher

Dillard Elementary Head Start
Winter Garden, FL
12.2018 - 09.2019
  • Assisted lead teachers with classroom instruction, supervision, and daily routines.
  • Supported children's learning through hands-on activities, storytelling, music, and creative play.
  • Maintained organized learning environments and ensured compliance with Head Start standards.
  • Built positive relationships with families and supported family engagement.

Lead Teacher – Younger Threes

Ladybird Academy
Longwood, FL
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Implemented developmentally appropriate learning activities for three-year-old children.
  • Promoted early language development, social skills, and independence.
  • Maintained classroom routines and safety procedures.

Infant Lead Teacher

La Petite Academy
Orlando, FL
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Provided responsive care for infants including feeding, diapering, and developmental activities.
  • Created nurturing environments that supported sensory exploration and early learning.
  • Maintained daily communication with parents regarding routines and developmental progress.

Owner / Childcare Provider

Little ABC Monkeys Daycare
Sioux Falls, SD
01.2009 - 01.2017
  • Owned and operated a licensed home childcare program serving infants through school-age children.
  • Managed all business operations including enrollment, budgeting, record keeping, and marketing.
  • Designed daily learning activities incorporating music, art, storytelling, and play-based learning.
  • Communicated regularly with families about children’s development and behavior.
  • Ensured compliance with state childcare licensing regulations and safety standards.

Owner / Childcare Provider

Playtime Bears Daycare
Box Elder, SD
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Provided structured childcare services in a home-based program.
  • Developed routines supporting early learning, hygiene, and social development.
  • Maintained a safe environment and strong communication with families.

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
08-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development

Kaplan University
Lafayette, IN
12-2015

Associate of Arts - K–12 Paraprofessional

Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD
08-2008

Skills

  • Early Childhood Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Observation & Documentation
  • Family Communication
  • Curriculum & Activity Planning
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Behavior Guidance
  • Food Safety and Meal Preparation
  • Program Administration
  • Team Collaboration
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Special needs support
  • First aid and CPR
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Reliability
  • Head start programs

Accomplishments

  • Provider of the Year – Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD
  • Provider of the Quarter – Dover Air Force Base, DE
  • Kaplan University President’s List
  • Kaplan University Dean’s List

Certification

  • Child Development Associate (CDA)
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Florida Staff Credential
  • Director Credential Level 1 – VPK Endorsed
  • Director Credential Renewal – Trauma Endorsed

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Early Learning Center
09.2019 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Dillard Elementary Head Start
12.2018 - 09.2019

Lead Teacher – Younger Threes

Ladybird Academy
09.2018 - 12.2018

Infant Lead Teacher

La Petite Academy
01.2018 - 09.2018

Owner / Childcare Provider

Little ABC Monkeys Daycare
01.2009 - 01.2017

Owner / Childcare Provider

Playtime Bears Daycare
01.2005 - 01.2007

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development

Kaplan University

Associate of Arts - K–12 Paraprofessional

Black Hills State University

Additional Experience

  • Cashier – Walmart (Winter Garden, FL)
  • Cashier – Hy-Vee (Sioux Falls, SD)
  • Cashier – Royal Farms (Dover, DE)
  • Paraprofessional – Positive Outcomes Charter School (Camden, DE)
  • Infant Lead Teacher – Kidz Ink (Dover, DE)
  • Toddler Lead Teacher – Tender Loving Kare Child Care Center (Smyrna, DE)

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