Michelle Balch
Athens
Summary
I am experienced in working with a wide range of ages and skill levels. I am attentive, creative, and passionate about helping children and youth develop emotionally, socially and spiritually. I am experienced in speaking to large and small groups from young children to young adults. Most importantly, I want to share the light of Christ to a dark world.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Little Lambs Child Care
Rogersville
11.2025 - Current
- Create engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool activities.
- Foster positive relationships with children and their families.
- Maintain records of attendance, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Mside Preschool
Spartanburg
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Implemented age-appropriate educational materials and resources for daily activities.
- Managed classroom activities to promote a positive and nurturing environment.
- Trained assistant teachers in classroom management and instructional techniques.
Co-Director/ Group Leader
Creekside Homeschool Cooperative
Florence
08.2016 - 03.2020
- Organized and managed leadership teams to head various departments.
- Conducted interviews with new members to assess their needs.
- Assisted classroom teachers with lesson planning and preparation of materials for instruction.
Youth Leader
FBC Lexington
Lexington
06.2010 - 10.2012
- Led weekly youth group meetings, devotions and Bible studies.
- Planned and coordinated camps, mission trips, and events to engage and support student members of the congregation.
- Shared the gospel in large groups and one-to-one, encouraging personal connections and faith discussions.
- Managed financial resources allocated to the program's budget.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Baptist College of Florida
Graceville, FL12-2002
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Child development
- Activity Planning
- Project Coordination
- Schedule management
- Team management
- Budget Oversight
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Little Lambs Child Care
11.2025 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Mside Preschool
08.2024 - 09.2025
Co-Director/ Group Leader
Creekside Homeschool Cooperative
08.2016 - 03.2020
Youth Leader
FBC Lexington
06.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Baptist College of Florida