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John Stell III

Denver

Summary

Compassionate and service-oriented professional with extensive experience supporting individuals through coaching, caregiving, and mentorship. Skilled in providing emotional and spiritual presence, active listening, and culturally sensitive guidance to people of all ages and backgrounds. Recognized for natural leadership, resilience, and the ability to create safe, empowering environments that foster healing, growth, and dignity.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rideshare Driver

Lyft & Uber
09.2015 - Current
  • Maintain a clean driving record and uphold the highest standards of safety and responsibility.
  • Foster a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for passengers of diverse ages, cultures, and backgrounds.
  • Offer compassionate presence and emotional support, engaging riders at their comfort level through active listening and respectful conversation.
  • Maintain calm and professional demeanor in high-stress or unpredictable situations, ensuring passenger trust and safety.
  • Deliver personalized service with thoughtful touches such as music, refreshments, and local guidance, enhancing each rider’s experience.
  • Recognized in the top 5% of Denver drivers for consistently high ratings and reliability.
  • Uphold integrity, cleanliness, and a service-oriented mindset that prioritizes the dignity and comfort of each individual.

Landscaper

Deep Rooted Garden Design
05.2015 - 10.2015
  • Specialized in detailed care of trees, shrubs, and outdoor environments to create welcoming and restorative spaces.
  • Executed landscape installation and maintenance projects with precision, efficiency, and attention to design.
  • Maintained a positive, resilient outlook while working in challenging conditions and performing physically demanding tasks.
  • Motivated and supported team members to complete projects on schedule and to high standards.
  • Took pride in contributing to environments that foster beauty, peace, and enjoyment for others.

Cancer Coach

Big Love Cancer Coaching
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Created a safe and supportive space of acceptance where clients could authentically express themselves.
  • Guided clients in practicing Compassionate Self-Forgiveness and applied Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques to help them explore and reframe their experiences.
  • Supported clients in examining life choices and encouraged deeper levels of personal responsibility, empowerment, and self-acceptance.
  • Helped clients dissolve internal obstacles and develop achievable action steps toward meaningful personal and health-related goals.

Cabin Leader

Camp Mak-A-Dream
05.2012 - 08.2012
  • Supervised and supported cancer survivors ages 6–40, ensuring safety, inclusion, and meaningful camp experiences.
  • Guided, mentored, and directed peer mentors and cabin counselors, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Provided one-on-one counseling and facilitated group discussions to promote emotional expression, resilience, and peer connection.
  • Encouraged personal empowerment and participation at all ability levels, affirming each individual’s dignity and worth.
  • Recognized for natural leadership, compassion, and ability to create a safe and empowering community environment.

Teacher’s Assistant

Dahn Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Assisted in teaching Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, and Dahn Gong martial arts, supporting participants in developing mind-body awareness and holistic well-being.
  • Guided individuals in mindfulness and movement practices, fostering balance, stress reduction, and self-discovery.
  • Encouraged personal growth by creating a safe and supportive learning environment for students of varying skill levels.
  • Collaborated with lead instructors to facilitate classes and ensure a positive, engaging experience for all participants.

Education

Master of Arts - Spiritual Psychology

University of Santa Monica
Santa Monica, California
08-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Contemplative Psychology

Naropa University
Boulder, Colorado
05-2011

Skills

  • Compassionate Presence
  • Active Listening
  • Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusivity
  • Crisis Response & Calm Under Pressure
  • Coaching & Empowerment
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Mind-Body & Spiritual Practices (Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi)
  • Group Facilitation
  • Integrity & Professionalism
  • Service Orientation

Certification

Somatic Trauma Resolution – Level I, Monument, CO

Reiki-Healing Energy – Level II, Boulder, CO

Dahn Center – Healing Arts, Littleton, CO

Timeline

Rideshare Driver

Lyft & Uber
09.2015 - Current

Landscaper

Deep Rooted Garden Design
05.2015 - 10.2015

Cancer Coach

Big Love Cancer Coaching
09.2014 - 09.2015

Cabin Leader

Camp Mak-A-Dream
05.2012 - 08.2012

Teacher’s Assistant

Dahn Center
01.2001 - 01.2003

Master of Arts - Spiritual Psychology

University of Santa Monica

Bachelor of Arts - Contemplative Psychology

Naropa University

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