Judah Preschool Teachers


 Educating. Inspiring.   
Impacting the World.   


Betsy Berg
Joy Class (3-4 yr)
 
I teach in the Joy class (3-4 yr. olds) in the preschool. This is the seventh year that I have been blessed to teach in this classroom at Judah. I am a "townie" having been raised in Urbana. I graduated in 1982 from the University of Illinois and hold a current teaching certificate from the state of Illinois. During my career I have worked with troubled and delinquent youth, been an educational consultant, a substitute teacher and a stay at home mom. My husband Mark and I live in Urbana with our two children Zachary (9th grade) and Bailey (7th grade) who attend Judah and have been there since 1st grade and preschool respectively. We are active members of First Christian Church where I have taught bible school for preschool and elementary age children and have been a small group leader for 6th and 7th graders.

Sheryl Walker
Joy Class (3-4 yr)
 
My husband, Bob, & I got married on June 4,1983.   We have two daughters, Darci & Kristin, both are Judah Christian School graduates. I received my Child Development Associates degree from Parkland. I began teaching in the 3 year old Joy class in August 2004. We attend Vineyard Church in Urbana.
 
Dorinda Prince
Hope Class (3-5 yr)
 
I have been teaching preschool at Judah for 9 years. I have a certification in Early Childhood. I adore preschoolers and the love and energy they bring to class each day. It is an honor to have a part in shaping their lives and hearts to love God and know Him as their Savior.
My husband Mike and I have been married for 28 years and have 2 grown children, Danielle,24, and Jared, 21. Mike and I enjoy riding motorcycles, traveling, gardening, and loving life together.
 

Crystal McCullough
Hope Class (3-5 yr)

This is my first year teaching at Judah Christian School and I am so excited to be here with your children.  Prior to teaching at Judah, I taught K-8 music at Holy Cross School for seven years.  I attended Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL and received my Bachelor of Music degree in May 2002.

I have been married to my amazing husband for 10 years.  We have two boys, Caleb, who is in Kindergarten at Judah and Josiah, who is 1 year old.  My husband and I attend Lake of the Woods Church in Mahomet, IL.  Both of us serve on the worship team and I also lead the Wednesday night junior high youth group.  


Kathie Cole
Peace Class (Pre-K 4-5 yr)
 
I've been teaching in Judah's preschool for 17 years. I attended Parkland College and Southern Illinois University.  I have taught Sunday School, been a Youth Sponsor, served as a Small Group Leader, and  Apples of Gold Mentor. I love teaching preschool! I have been married 35 years to Steve (who has coached Jr. High basketball here at Judah).I have two children Luke and Hannah, both grads of Judah. Luke is married to Jenny and they have one child Titus who is a year old.  He is a  Youth Minister at First Christian, Greenville
Hannah is married to Dustin; she is part time Jr. High Youth Minister at Cedar Ridge Church in Lenexa, KS and part time hair dresser.
My hobbies are plants and yard work, crocheting, and reading. We are members at First Christian Church.

Janet Caba
Peace Class (Pre-K 4-5 yr)
 
This is my 3rd year teaching at Judah Christian Pre-school. I have an associates in Child Development from Parkland College, and completed a Biblical Foundation for Early Childhood course in Youth With A Mission. I have been involved with young children and early childhood for more than 25 yrs. I have taught in Christian pre-schools/ day cares for many of these years, as well as directing for 4 yrs. I also spent 9 yrs. working full time with Youth With A Mission Scotland. During this time I helped train teachers and set up pre-schools in many nations, as well as working in the mission pre-school in Scotland and helping train interns there. I have also enjoyed working with kids clubs.
 
My husband Jun & I attend Stone Creek Church. We enjoy serving in the nursery, and attending small groups. I like to read, cook and have a vegetable garden. I love having time every day with the precious children God has brought to be a part of our class here at Judah Christian. What a joy it is to hear them learning God's word and growing in their love for God and His word.


Kathleen Groh
Charity Class (Pre-K 4-5 yr)

This is my 4th year of teaching at Judah, but feels like I have been here longer since I have been in the school volunteering since 2003. I attended Hawaii Pacific University and am currently enrolled at Parkland College taking Early Childhood classes. Prior to teaching, I had a home daycare while my husband was stationed in Hawaii. I was certified and took many Early Childhood courses through the US Navy Childcare Program for several years.

I have been married to my wonderful husband for 18 years. We have two boys, Carter and Rylan, who have been attending Judah Christian School since preschool. We have been active members of the Philo Road Church of Christ since we moved to Champaign in 1998. I feel very blessed that our children are able to receive such an excellent Christian education here at Judah. Teaching preschoolers God’s word and love is the icing on the cake for me!

Elizabeth Wetherholt
Charity Class (Pre-K 4-5 yr)
 

What a blessing it is to be here at Judah teaching your precious children! This is my first year of teaching at Judah and I am so excited to be working at a place committed to excellence! I love getting to be a part of teaching children all about God and how much He loves them! Prior to teaching here, I have taught preschool in Colorado as well as teaching in other day cares and Mothers Day Out programs. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood from Lincoln Christian Univeristy.

My wonderful husband Jason and I have been married for 11 years now, and God has blessed us with two beautiful daughters, Katelyn who is in 1st grade, and Allison who is in preschool. We are members of Windsor Road Christian Church where my husband is the Family Life Minister, and I am actively serving in Youth Ministry where I lead a Discipleship Group of High School girls. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, music, scrapbooking, and going to Illini games!

Lisa Richardson
Preschool Aide

I have been on the Judah preschool staff for 12 years. I feel truly blessed to be a part of Judah's preschool and I really enjoy my job working with the children. I am currently enrolled so I can obtain my certification in early childhood education.

My husband Kenny and I have been married for 20 years and we have two daughters, Shelbee and Rachel. Shelbee is a sophomore here at Judah and is involved in cheerleading and track. Our oldest daughter, Rachel, her husband Jaime, and our 6 year old grandson, Alex, live in Sullivan, IL. 

In my spare time, I enjoy Illini sports, photography, and spending time with our family. I also serve as Co-Varsity Cheerleading Coach here at Judah. We attend First Christian Church.