Christina Bretz

Accomplished occupational therapist passionate about teaching, research, and service, seeking a position to design inclusive, high-impact training programs. Dedicated to fostering strong internal and external relationships, and elevating performance.

Part-Time Faculty Professor - Eastern Kentucky University

(2021-01)

• Collaborate with OTS 871 team faculty members
• Facilitate leadership course with post professional occupational therapists
• Deliver lectures to students on topics of school-based therapy
• Evaluate and grade students' assignments
• Plan and evaluate course curricula, content and methods of instruction
• Advise and assist students throughout course

Sr. Professional Internal Learning and Presenter Manager - Learning Without Tears

(2002-01)

• Create internal and external learning experiences for occupational therapists, educators, administrators and parents.
• Present workshops and trainings across the U.S. and internationally to occupational therapists and school educators.
• Master and maintain expertise and content for all workshops and products within company.
• Network with and built strong relationships with school district personnel.
• Create communication via social media with remote national presenters.
• Mentor and train presenters to provide support and feedback to improve their skills.
• Collaborate to provide internal trainings on new products and initiatives.
• Support Handwriting Specialists (approximately 2,000 individuals) to build their own businesses, respond to inquiries via email or phone.

Occupational Therapist - WorldWide Speech, Inc.

(2016-01 - 2018-12)

• Provide occupational therapy services to children focusing on telehealth delivery.
• Participated in online platforms such as Webex and Zoom to conduct therapy.
• Use direct and consultative services to provide therapy for children living abroad.

Occupational Therapist - Jessamine County Public Schools

(2003-01 - 2004-12)

• Assessed, designed, monitored treatment for children and young adults with special needs in the public-school setting.

Occupational Therapist - Lifespan Therapy Services

(2001-01 - 2002-12)

• Assessed and provided treatment for the pediatric population in their home environment.
• Developed treatment plans to assist with activities of daily living.

Occupational Therapist - Clark County Public Schools

(2001-01 - 2002-12)

• Assessed, designed, monitored treatment for children and young adults with special needs in the public-school setting and Early Childhood Development Center.
• Member of the Assistive Technology Team to provide suggestions for low- and high-tech devices to achieve optimal performance in the classroom.

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy - Eastern Kentucky University (2021-12)

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy - Eastern Kentucky University (2020-05)

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy - Eastern Kentucky University (2000-12)