Kait Bretz

Groundwork Arts is dedicated to providing innovative arts education by bringing local artists into schools to work directly with students and partnering with local arts organizations for one-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

• Enhanced student core skills and competencies through development of creative thinking, collaboration, and communication.
• Improved classroom management through fostering a positive learning environment and consistent enforcement of rules.
• Established rapport with students and teachers through open lines of communication and demonstrating genuine interest in student outcomes.

• TEFL Certified ESL teacher assistant with four years experience immersed in the culture of southern Spain, teaching in middle and high school settings.

• Prepared students for the B1/B2 Cambridge Exams
• Enhanced student proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
• Increased classroom participation through development of interactive lesson plans that engaged visual, auditory, written, and kinesthetic learning styles.

• Provided in-home and community based Applied Behavior Analysis services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and related delays and disabilities.
• Worked with psychologists and board-certified behavior analysts to develop, implement, and maintain individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on current performance and social skills, specific and measurable goals, cultural differences, and linguistic and learning needs.
• Provided parent and caregiver training to reinforce treatment plans to promote positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.

• Daily responsibilities included: opening and closing the store, handling cash, inventory count, bank deposits, leading sales initiatives, coaching associates, fulfilling online orders, processing transfer orders, and ordering supplies.
• Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
• Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.