Daphne Valenta
Leawood
Summary
Friendly and reliable student with experience working with diverse groups and creating positive, engaging environments. Skilled in communication, teamwork, and multitasking, with a strong ability to connect with others and provide excellent service. Eager to contribute energy, efficiency, and a customer-first mindset in a fast-paced setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Barstow Summer Camp Teaching Assistant
Barstow High School
Kansas City
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Managed classroom organization and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Fostered a positive educational environment through gentle discipline and encouragement of student achievement.
- Supported teachers in developing engaging lesson materials and interactive classroom activities.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to enhance community involvement.
NASA Data Science Analysis and Scholarly Research Paper Writing
George Mason University
Fairfax
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Analyzed subset of 6000+ NASA TESS mission exoplanet candidates and second James Webb Space Telescope data to evaluate statistical probability of genuine exoplanets versus false positives, enhancing understanding of exoplanet validation.
- Validated unique exoplanet candidate by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing novel follow-up observations, contributing to the credibility of findings in the field.
- Published professional quality scholarly paper based on collected data, demonstrating research capabilities and contributing to academic discourse with guidance from George Mason faculty.
- The final paper exhibition won the "Best Poster" award at the conference of the internship program.
Teaching Assistant (Summer Program)
Upper Room KC
Kansas City
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences for 3rd grade students during their summer program, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to create and refine curriculum materials, enhancing student comprehension and participation.
- Analyzed student performance and shared insights with lead teachers to tailor individualized learning plans.
- Reviewed student work and provided timely feedback, reducing frustration and improving achievement.
Assistant Coach (Youth Tennis Program)
Blue Valley Rec
Overland Park
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Led dynamic youth tennis sessions, fostering skill development and team spirit.
- Implemented tailored training strategies, elevating player performance and engagement levels.
- Coached youth tennis (age 7-15), enhancing skills and fostering teamwork through engaging activities.
- Partnered with head coach to design and execute effective practice routines.
- Coordinated with head coach to design practice sessions that improved player confidence and sportsmanship.
- Established communication channels between athletes, parents, and coaching staff to support player development.
Education
High School -
Pembroke Hill School
Kansas City08-2022
Skills
- Youth Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Relationship building
- Leadership
Hobbies and Interests
- Tennis: PHS girl's varsity team (2 years)
- Dance: Jasmine Chinese Dance Group (10 years)
- Speech and Debate: Student of the year in 2023 at PHS
- Art: Drawing and crafts
Languages
- Chinese
- Czech
- English
Leadership Roles
- Analyzed a subset of the 6000+ current NASA TESS mission exoplanet candidates and second James Webb Space Telescope data analysis to evaluate the statistical probability that they are genuine exoplanets, not false positives such as nearby eclipsing binary star systems.
- Contributed to the professional statistical validation of a unique exoplanet candidate by directly collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing novel follow-up observations.
- Crafted and published an individual professional quality scholarly paper based on the data they collect, with guidance from George Mason faculty. The final paper exhibition won the 'Best Poster' award at the conference of the internship program.
- Youth writer and webmaster (Jasmine Chinese Dance Group)
- Vice Chair at My Community We Care (a youth subsidiary of non-profit org KCCA)
- Historian at Youth Hope Fund (a youth subsidiary of non-profit org KCCAA)
Timeline
Barstow Summer Camp Teaching Assistant
Barstow High School
06.2025 - 07.2025
NASA Data Science Analysis and Scholarly Research Paper Writing
George Mason University
06.2024 - 08.2024
Teaching Assistant (Summer Program)
Upper Room KC
05.2024 - 06.2024
Assistant Coach (Youth Tennis Program)
Blue Valley Rec
05.2022 - 06.2022
High School -
Pembroke Hill School