Kaja Bittner
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Graduate-level counselling applicant with extensive experience supporting children, youth, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong interest in spiritually integrated and trauma-informed counselling.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Program Coordinator
Canadian Tours International
Toronto, Ontario
2024.09 - 2025.09
- Coordinated communications between clients, teams, and suppliers.
- Practiced active listening, conflict navigation, and solution-focused navigation.
- Managed multiple responsibilities while maintaining professionalism and emotional intelligence.
- Developed transferable skills in collaboration, organization, and ethical responsibility.
Communications Support
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
2024.03 - 2024.08
- Provided clear, respectful, and supportive communication to diverse individuals and stakeholders, adapting language and tone to different needs and contexts.
- Practiced active listening and empathetic communication in client-facing and team-based interactions.
- Strengend written and verbal communication skills applicable to counselling, client support, and helping relationships.
Research Assistant
York University
Toronto, Ontario
2021.09 - 2024.08
- Developed strong analytical, writing, and research skills relevant to graduate studies
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for various studies and completed thesis.
- Collaborated with research assistants and two professors on project "High-Rise Living, Public Space, and Covid-19 in GTA."
- Prepared research findings and papers for international conferences.
Tutor
Self-Employed
Münster, Germany
2013.01 - 2024.08
- Provided academic and emotional support to children and youth across age groups.
- Developed personalized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student performance and strategies.
- Counseled struggling learners on how best to approach difficult subjects or tasks.
- Built long-term mentoring relationships grounded in trust and encouragement.
Internship Teacher
Kardinal von Galen High School
Münster, Germany
2021.04 - 2021.06
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Provided individualized support for students with special educational needs.
Au Pair
Private Family
Toronto, Onatrio
2018.09 - 2019.07
- Supervised daily activities and schedules for children in a home environment.
- Assisted with homework and learning tasks to enhance academic performance.
- Created a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive emotionally.
- Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, German Studies and Teaching
University of Münster
Münster, Germany2024-08
Skills
- Clear communication & interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cross-Cultural sensitivity
- Multitasking and organization
- Child & Youth Support
- Ethical boundaries and confidentiality
Affiliations
Therapeutic Horse Centre for Children with Disabilities
Hof Tapken, Germany (October 2025-December 2025)
Claremont Therapeutic Riding Centre (January 2026-Present)
-Assist in creating emotionally safe, calming, and supportive experiences trough presence, routine and trust-building
-Observe and support emotional regulation, confidence development, and relational connection
-Gain experience in embodied, holistic, and alternative therapeutic approaches aligned with counselling practice
Hof Tapken, Germany (October 2025-December 2025)
Claremont Therapeutic Riding Centre (January 2026-Present)
-Assist in creating emotionally safe, calming, and supportive experiences trough presence, routine and trust-building
-Observe and support emotional regulation, confidence development, and relational connection
-Gain experience in embodied, holistic, and alternative therapeutic approaches aligned with counselling practice
Accomplishments
Received PROMOS Award funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (2021)
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Native/ Bilingual
Latin
Elementary
Timeline
Sales and Program Coordinator
Canadian Tours International
2024.09 - 2025.09
Communications Support
University of Toronto
2024.03 - 2024.08
Research Assistant
York University
2021.09 - 2024.08
Internship Teacher
Kardinal von Galen High School
2021.04 - 2021.06
Au Pair
Private Family
2018.09 - 2019.07
Tutor
Self-Employed
2013.01 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, German Studies and Teaching
University of Münster