Diamond Greathouse
Opelika
Summary
Early Childhood Education Professional with substantial experience in creating engaging and nurturing classroom environments for children from infants to school age. Strong focus on classroom management, lesson planning, and effective communication with parents to support child development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier / Line Cook
Auburn University Dining
08.2021 - 05.2026
- Prepared food in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient daily operations.
Lead Teacher
The Growing Room
Opelika
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate educational activities for children ages 6 months through school age.
- Specialized in infant and toddler development, creating nurturing and engaging learning environments.
- Supervised up to 18 infants and 20 toddlers while maintaining all required staff-to-child ratios.
- Maintained a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Communicated daily with parents regarding developmental milestones, classroom activities, and behavioral progress.
- Trained and supported assistant teachers to ensure consistency in classroom management and care standards.
Lead Sales Associate / Keyholder
Dollar General
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed opening and closing store procedures.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained accurate cash drawer balances.
- Assisted customers with purchases and resolved service-related concerns.
- Trained and supported new team members.
Cashier
Taco Bell
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Processed customer orders and transactions accurately.
- Maintained food safety standards and restaurant cleanliness.
- Assisted team members during high-volume service periods.
Customer Care Representative
Afni
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Managed customer accounts and updated account information.
- Resolved customer concerns through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Accurately documented customer interactions and service outcomes.
Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Provided exceptional customer service to foster positive shopping environment.
- Guided customers in product selection and addressed inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed inventory and organized merchandise in Garden Department to ensure product availability.
Education
Some College Coursework Completed -
Southern Union State Community College & Central Alabama Community College
Opelika, AL01-2023
High School Diploma -
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL05-2017
Skills
- Cash handling
- Customer Service
- Food Safety Practices
- Quality Control
- Menu Planning
- Inventory Management
- Customer Engagement
- Client Interaction
- Team Coordination
- Safety Procedures
- Time Management
- Organization & Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership & Teamwork
Certification
- Connect Before You Correct, Bertelsen Education, 2025
- Conflict Management, Bertelsen Education, 2025
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Child Safety & Health Training
Childcare Highlights
- 7+ years of childcare and child development experience
- Experience with children ages 6 months through school age
- Primary expertise in infant and toddler classrooms
- Maintained state-required child-to-staff ratios
- Strong parent communication and relationship-building skills
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Growing Room
01.2024 - 10.2025
Lead Sales Associate / Keyholder
Dollar General
10.2023 - 12.2023
Cashier / Line Cook
Auburn University Dining
08.2021 - 05.2026
Cashier
Taco Bell
11.2020 - 05.2021
Customer Care Representative
Afni
05.2018 - 06.2020
Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2018 - 04.2018
Some College Coursework Completed -
Southern Union State Community College & Central Alabama Community College
High School Diploma -
Opelika High School