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DANIELA NASSER

DANIELA NASSER

Laguna Niguel

Summary

Compassionate and dynamic Life Coach with over 11 years of cross-cultural experience in trauma-informed care, education, orphan care, and nonprofit leadership across the U.S., Mexico, and Romania. Proven track record at Mercy Transformation Center, specializing in personalized coaching, emotional healing, and spiritual guidance. Renowned for building deep relationships, creating safe spaces, and empowering individuals to overcome personal barriers and experience lasting transformation. Bilingual (English and Spanish), highly relational, and committed to fostering resilience, faith, and growth in every life she touches.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Life Coach

Mercy Transformation Center
Laguna Niguel
06.2023 - 06.2025
  • Provided one-on-one coaching and spiritual counseling for individuals navigating trauma, emotional pain, and life transitions.
  • Served on the prayer hotline, offering compassionate, faith-based support and intercession for callers in crisis.
  • Helped clients identify personal barriers, discover emotional healing, and develop practical steps toward transformation.
  • Created personalized plans incorporating prayer, scripture-based guidance, emotional tools, and accountability.
  • Collaborated with pastoral counselors and leadership to ensure consistent care and follow-up.
  • Known for deep empathy, active listening, and the ability to create safe spaces for inner healing and growth.

Wellness Coordinator

Kings Academy
Laguna Niguel
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Promoted the school’s core values through daily practices, team building, and student engagement strategies.
  • Developed and led classroom devotional times across all grade levels, encouraging spiritual growth, emotional intelligence, and classroom unity.
  • Supervised recreational activities, creating structured play environments that fostered physical health, teamwork, and respectful social interaction.
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to support students' holistic wellness—spiritually, emotionally, and physically.
  • Implemented wellness initiatives to help students regulate emotions, manage stress, and cultivate empathy.
  • Served as a safe and trusted adult presence on campus, known for building strong, supportive relationships with students and staff alike.

5th Grade Teacher

Kings Academy
Laguna Niguel
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Taught core subjects including English, Math, Science, and Bible studies to a class of 5th-grade students in a faith-based academic setting.
  • Designed and implemented lesson plans aligned with academic standards and integrated Christian values.
  • Fostered a supportive and engaging classroom culture that encouraged curiosity, respect, and personal responsibility.
  • Incorporated devotionals, prayer times, and character-building discussions into the daily routine.
  • Differentiated instruction to support students with varying academic levels and learning styles.
  • Maintained consistent communication with parents and staff, ensuring alignment in student progress and development.

Life Pastor

The Mission of Lutheran South Academy
Sighisoara
04.2019 - 08.2020
  • Provided pastoral care and emotional support to staff members working in high-trauma and high-demand environments.
  • Facilitated one-on-one sessions and small group gatherings focused on emotional processing, spiritual health, and team unity.
  • Created safe, judgment-free spaces where staff could reflect, heal, and reconnect with their purpose and identity.
  • Offered tools for emotional regulation, inner healing, and healthy communication within the team.
  • Helped prevent burnout by offering ongoing support and encouragement to long-term missionaries, teachers, and caregivers.
  • Worked closely with leadership to address team dynamics, relational tension, and promote a culture of honor and restoration.

Home School Instructor

The Mission Mexico
Tijuana
09.2016 - 04.2019
  • Led a multi-grade homeschool program for the children of American missionary families serving at the campus.
  • Developed customized lesson plans and activities aligned with U.S. academic standards while integrating faith-based values.
  • Taught core subjects including Math, Language Arts, History, Science, and Bible across various grade levels.
  • Provided individualized instruction and academic support tailored to each student’s learning pace and educational goals.
  • Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that supported both academic achievement and spiritual growth.
  • Maintained strong communication with missionary parents to ensure student progress, curriculum alignment, and holistic support.

Missionary

The Mission Mexico
Tijuana
11.2014 - 07.2016
  • Lived and served on a mission base providing full-time care for over 80 children and youth rescued from situations of abuse, abandonment, and extreme poverty.
  • Supported children’s emotional, physical, and spiritual development through consistent routines, compassionate caregiving, and trauma-informed practices.
  • Built deep, trust-based relationships with children, many of whom remained on campus into young adulthood.
  • Led and participated in daily devotionals, worship, and community-building activities that fostered healing and identity restoration.
  • Served as part of the outreach team delivering clean water, trash services, and weekly home visits to nearby rural communities.
  • Helped establish long-term relationships with local families through acts of service, prayer, and presence, encouraging community development from within.
  • Translated daily teachings and devotionals from English to Spanish, serving children from rural villages and the on-campus orphanage.
  • Contributed to the spiritual atmosphere by leading worship and mentoring students through music and discipleship.

Missionary

Calvary Chapel
Rancho Santa Margarita
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Lived and served in communities experiencing extreme poverty, building long-term relationships.
  • Served in orphanages caring for children with physical, emotional, and intellectual disabilities.
  • Designed individualized care routines and accompanied children to therapy.

Preschool Teacher

Kids Kingdom Preschool
Rancho Santa Margarita
08.2009 - 05.2012
  • Created safe and engaging classrooms for early learning through music, books, and hands-on stations.
  • Developed parent relationships that led to consistent private childcare opportunities.
  • Promoted physical activity and socio-emotional development through daily routines and play.

Auto Insurance Agent

State Farm
Santa Ana
02.2008 - 11.2009
  • Sold auto, life, home, and business insurance through excellent customer care and consistent follow-up.
  • Achieved top regional sales in auto and business insurance for 3 consecutive months.
  • Built long-term client relationships through patience, trust, and active listening.

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education -

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
05-2010

Skills

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Personalized coaching
  • Spiritual counseling
  • Crisis intervention
  • Active listening
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Life Coach

Mercy Transformation Center
06.2023 - 06.2025

Wellness Coordinator

Kings Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023

5th Grade Teacher

Kings Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021

Life Pastor

The Mission of Lutheran South Academy
04.2019 - 08.2020

Home School Instructor

The Mission Mexico
09.2016 - 04.2019

Missionary

The Mission Mexico
11.2014 - 07.2016

Missionary

Calvary Chapel
01.2013 - 12.2014

Preschool Teacher

Kids Kingdom Preschool
08.2009 - 05.2012

Auto Insurance Agent

State Farm
02.2008 - 11.2009

Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education -

Irvine Valley College

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