Daniella Stefan
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
A dependable student with strong public speaking skills. Proven ability to prepare engaging teaching materials and foster teamwork through impactful group activities. Known for being reliable, accepting challenges, and committed to completing tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Catechism Teacher
Saint George Chaldean Catholic Church
Sterling Heights, Michigan
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared teaching materials to enhance learning experiences in catechism classes.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized support as needed.
- Led group activities that fostered teamwork and a sense of community among students.
Forensics Speech Coach/Competitor
Utica Academy for International Studies
Sterling Heights, Michigan
01.2024 - 05.2026
- Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions to enhance public speaking skills.
- Organized practice events for students to build confidence in speaking roles.
- Won state champion in the category of Prose (competed in the Class BCD rank).
- Broke to finals and placed in the top 6 at every competition throughout the season.
Public Forum Debate Coach
Utica Academy for International Studies
Sterling Heights, Michigan
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Mentored students in research techniques and argument construction methods.
- Facilitated weekly practice sessions to enhance students' critical thinking skills.
- Provided constructive feedback on student performances to encourage improvement.
Newspaper Club President
Utica Academy for International Studies
Sterling Heights, Michigan
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Founder and president of the school's first-ever Newspaper Club, and revived the school paper.
- Managed communication with members through emails and social media updates.
- Organized weekly meetings, assigned agenda topics, and led discussions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Utica Academy For International Studies
Sterling Heights, MI06-2026
Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Active listening
- Public speaking
- Event organization
- Classroom management
- Written communication
- Problem-solver
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, JavaScript, etc)
Accomplishments
- Forensics Prose State Champion 2025 (Class BCD)
- Member of the CollegeBoard National Recognition Program 2025
- Member of National Honor Society (2025)
- IB Diploma Candidate
- 2 Honorable Mentions in the Bronze Category of the MIPA Newspaper Competition
- Certification in JavaScript from Certiport
Affiliations
- 3 years of Student Council (Head of Freshmen Recruitment Committee)
- 4 years of Speech Activities (Debate and Forensics)
- 3 years of Newspaper Club (President and Secretary)
Timeline
4th Grade Catechism Teacher
Saint George Chaldean Catholic Church
09.2024 - Current
Public Forum Debate Coach
Utica Academy for International Studies
09.2024 - 12.2025
Forensics Speech Coach/Competitor
Utica Academy for International Studies
01.2024 - 05.2026
Newspaper Club President
Utica Academy for International Studies
09.2023 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Utica Academy For International Studies