Stephen DiFranco
Plymouth
Summary
Seasoned leader with strong background in steering teams towards success. Possess significant experience in strategic planning, team motivation, and conflict resolution. Known for fostering positive community environments that encourage growth and productivity. Have positively impacted previous workplaces and communities by instilling a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kairos Leader
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Novi
08.2021 - 03.2025
- I led the Kairos retreat alongside five other students
- I ran and led a small group of around ten retreatants
- I, alongside the rest of the leaders, was responsible for organizing the retreat, contacting speakers, writing and delivering my own speech, and leading prayer and group activities
NHS Tutor
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Novi
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked closely with students to help develop English and essay writing skills.
- Assisted students of varying skill levels with understanding and excelling in studies.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Performance Organizer
Notre Dame Glee Club
South Bend
11.2024 - 12.2024
- I organized multiple unofficial Glee Club performances at a nearby pub
- I met the owner of the pub who suggested I get the club to sing at his place, so I gathered a few guys and organized a performance
- I was asked shortly after to organize another performance there where many more guys came after hearing about the first one
- Since then I have helped the owner organize and run a monthly club for Glee Club alumni
Grounds Worker
Chapel Hill Condominium Association
Ann Arbor
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Instructed and ran a team of new workers
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
Founder/President of Tabletop Games Club
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Novi
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Founded my high school's tabletop games club
- Taught numerous students how to play games such as Dungeons and Dragons
- Led games and organized events
Education
High School Diploma -
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Novi, Michigan05-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MIBachelor of Arts - English
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05-2026
Skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration and cooperation
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Flexible and adaptable
Affiliations
- I am a current member of the Notre Dame Glee Club
- I was a member of the Singing Spartans at Michigan State before I transferred
- I was a member of the marching, symphony, and jazz band in high school
- I continue to teach people how to play Dungeons and Dragons
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Performance Organizer
Notre Dame Glee Club
11.2024 - 12.2024
Grounds Worker
Chapel Hill Condominium Association
05.2023 - 08.2024
Kairos Leader
Detroit Catholic Central High School
08.2021 - 03.2025
NHS Tutor
Detroit Catholic Central High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Founder/President of Tabletop Games Club
Detroit Catholic Central High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Notre Dame
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