Samantha Gil
Vista
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at City of Vista, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Proven ability to foster child development through engaging activities and effective communication with parents. Recognized for creating supportive environments that enhance learning and promote positive behavior, while maintaining a flexible and responsible approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Self-employed
Vista
02.2025 - Current
- Provided attentive care for children in a nurturing environment.
- Planned and implemented educational activities to enhance child development.
- Coordinated daily schedules, including meals, playtime, and nap routines.
- Supported parents with communication regarding children's progress and needs.
- Fostered positive relationships with children through engaging interactions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
City of Vista
Vista
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised groups of preschool children during classroom activities and playtime.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster children's creativity and learning.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to ensure safety and behavior standards.
- Assisted in preparing educational materials for daily lessons and activities.
- Supported children in developing social skills through group interactions and play.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles among students.
- Attended professional development sessions related to early childhood education topics.
- Prepared lesson plans for various age groups in accordance with the curriculum guidelines.
Teacher's Assistant
City of Vista
Vista
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported students with diverse learning needs in classroom activities and assignments.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained a tidy learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and concerns.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Server, Expo, Busser
Islands Restaurants
Vista
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took orders accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved complaints with professionalism.
- Engaged with customers to enhance their dining experience through friendly interactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
Fine Dining Server, Expo, Busser, and Host
Wildwood Crossing and Cantina
Vista
09.2019 - 09.2023
- Maintained knowledge of seasonal menus and specials as well as dietary restrictions and preferences of guests
- Aiding costumers
- Organizing Events
- Coordinating and communicating with cooks and back of house staff to ensure the correct plating
- Preparing and organizing plates and sending out food in efficient timing
- Providing a clean area for customers to enjoy their meals
Summer Camp Counselor
City of Vista Recreations
Vista
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Communicating with the parents and staff
- Understanding the needs of all the children
- Watching and caring for 15-25 kids daily
- Ensuring a clean environment
- Creating fun activities
- Create a supportive and safe place for children
Education
High school degree - Vista, CA
Vista High School
Vista, CA06.2022
true - Early Childhood Care And Education And Psychology
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CASkills
- Communication
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Activity coordination
- Instructional support
- Parent communication
- Creative thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Housekeeping
- First aid certified
- Time management
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Flexible
- Responsible
Certification
- First Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny
Self-employed
02.2025 - Current
Substitute Preschool Teacher
City of Vista
01.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
City of Vista
01.2025 - 08.2025
Server, Expo, Busser
Islands Restaurants
09.2023 - 06.2025
Summer Camp Counselor
City of Vista Recreations
06.2022 - 08.2023
Fine Dining Server, Expo, Busser, and Host
Wildwood Crossing and Cantina
09.2019 - 09.2023
High school degree - Vista, CA
Vista High School
true - Early Childhood Care And Education And Psychology
Miracosta College