Leah Ponce
Escondido,CA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Ministry Volunteer
Lighthouse Church North County
Vista Ca
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitate small group discussions with middle school girls, promoting a safe and open space for spiritual growth, and community building.
- Lead and coordinate worship for weekly youth services, including music selection, team scheduling, and rehearsal planning.
- Participate in weekly youth nights, providing mentorship, support, and active engagement with students.
- Collaborate with ministry staff to plan and execute youth events, retreats, and outreach activities.
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Lighthouse Church North County
Vista Ca
08.2024 - Current
- Support the lead teacher in caring for and engaging children ages 1–5 during services.
- Assist with classroom activities, including playtime, crafts, and worship participation, to promote a nurturing and faith-filled environment.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom setting, while remaining flexible to assist with any additional tasks, as needed.
Children's Ministry Teacher
Centro De Fe
Escondido Ca
05.2023 - Current
- Plan and teach engaging, age-appropriate Bible lessons for children, ensuring that the content is relatable and easy to understand.
- Develop creative activities and games that reinforce lesson themes, and promote active learning.
Internship
Boys and Girls Club of Vista
Vista Ca
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Supported daily operations, including supervision of activities and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment
- Created and scheduled engaging content for the Club’s social media platforms to highlight events, programs, and member achievements.
- Build meaningful connections with youth by participating in educational, recreational, and mentoring activities.
Education
Sociology Major
California Baptist University
Riverside Ca06-2027
Skills
- Bilingual communication (English and Spanish)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Classroom support and supervision
- Social media management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and problem-solving
Languages
English | Spanish
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Youth Ministry Volunteer
Lighthouse Church North County
01.2025 - Current
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Lighthouse Church North County
08.2024 - Current
Children's Ministry Teacher
Centro De Fe
05.2023 - Current
Internship
Boys and Girls Club of Vista
03.2023 - 04.2023
Sociology Major
California Baptist University