Lakeview Daycare & Preschool

Jazmin Muniz, Director

My name is Jazmin Muniz and I am so excited to be joining Little Green Treehouse team. I have been in the early childhood field for 10 years. I have my certification in infant and toddler care. I am currently pursuing my bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. I have worked with children from birth to five years old. As a director I look forward to building relationships with the children, teachers and parents of the center. It is my goal to make sure each child receives the best education, care and love they deserve. I look forward to helping the teachers make an environment that is both fun and safe for all of the children. I look forward to helping each child reach their full potential and that we all learn and grow together. In my spare time I like to help with party planning and I enjoy catching a Broadway show.

Geory Lieske, Assistant Director

Hello! My name is Geory (Jor-ee). I am originally from New Orleans but grew up mostly in the suburbs of Chicago. After graduating from Bradley University in 2017 with a degree in Elementary Education, I decided to teach at an international school in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where I was able to explore my two passions of teaching and travel. I have always valued learning through experiences and exploring diverse cultures to educate myself.  I find early childhood education to be most valuable because it includes the building blocks for successful, lifelong learning. I believe it is of the utmost importance for students to be in a supportive and caring environment that allows them to have a hands-on, personalized learning experience each and every day. With the help of our teachers, children can always have fun and be excited to learn! I am so happy to be able to use my experience to help guide and support all teachers, students, and families in my role. 

Ryan Allen, Senior Managing Director

My name is Ryan. I received a Child Development degree from Ellis University in 2009. I went back to school the summer of 2015 to achieve my Director Credentials from Harold Washington. I began my career in daycare back in 2005 and have experience working with every age group. I moved into management in 2015 and opened, directed, and managed 7 locations with my previous company. As a Senior Managing Director, I believe that communication with staff is key in creating a positive and effective workplace. I consider myself to be an open, honest, and fair leader. I also believe that a strong, personal, and open relationship with parents is vital for the success of your child, the staff, and the center. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling as far and often as possible. My friends and I take full advantage of Chicago summers, enjoying concerts, street fests, and my favorite restaurant, The Dock at Montrose.

Betsy Taylor, Enrollment Administrator

Hello! My name is Betsy Taylor. I have a Bachelor’s Degree from Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. During my sophomore year at Stanford, I studied abroad at Oxford University with the Stanford-in-Oxford program and fell in love with the UK! After graduating, I lived in London for many years. The last place I lived in London was in Borough on the South Bank which was a stones-throw from Borough Market, the National Theatre and the Tate Modern! I have been with Little Green Tree House for almost 11 years, and it has been my absolute pleasure to help so many families join LGTH over the last decade! I have enjoyed getting to know each and every one of our wonderful parents and children. Early Childhood Education is my passion, and our talented teachers are a daily inspiration. Hearing “Miss Betsy” as I walk down the hallway will never cease to bring me sunshine on the rainiest of days! I can’t wait to welcome you and your child to the Little Green Tree House family! Come grow and learn with us!