Tania C Rosa (she/her)
Associate Professor College of Health & Wellness Occupational Therapy Providence
Biography and Expertise
Tania Rosa, OTD, OTR/L has over two decades of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist with a focus on pediatrics and family-centered practice. Her wide range of clinical experience includes working as part of a multi-disciplinary outpatient and early intervention clinical team, as well as, working in both private and public schools, and private practice. Rosa’s clinical practice has focused on the utilization of sensory integrative, developmental, neurodiverse, and trauma-informed practices to support the occupational engagement of children and adolescents.
Rosa has also served as an on-site clinical fieldwork educator for over ten years, supporting occupational therapy students to grow in their clinical practice. Working with and educating future occupational therapy practitioners has become a true passion of hers.
Rosa received her post-professional doctorate of occupational therapy from Quinnipiac University in 2021, where her capstone research focused on the role of school-based occupational therapy practitioners in the use of trauma-informed practice.
Education
Post-Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
MS
Sacred Heart University
BS
Sacred Heart University
CITI Certification
Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research
CITI Certification
Social Behavioral Research – Basic/Refresher
National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy
NBCOT
Licensed Occupational Therapist
Rhode Island Department of Health
Outstanding Fieldwork Educator Award
New England Occupational Therapy Education Counsel (NEOTEC)
Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
American Occupational Therapy Association
Simon, R. & Rosa, T.
Developmental Assessments
AOTA Press (American Occupational Therapy Association)
5
Rosa, T. & Simon, R.
Play Assessments
AOTA Press (American Occupational Therapy Association)
5th Edition
Rosa, T.
Examining the Current Role of OTs in Trauma-Informed Care Within School-Based Practice
American Journal of Occupational Therapy
76
Supplement_1
Supplement 1
Incorporating Yoga & Mindfulness into Your Pediatric Toolbox
Oral Presentation
Pediatric Special Interest Group
Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich
RI
Interventions to Support Transition to Solid Foods for Children With Down Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Poster
AOTA Inspire 2025 Annual International Conference
American Occupational Therapy Association
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia
PA
United States
Benefits of Yoga & Mindfulness in Supporting Preschool Children’s Social-Emotional Development
Poster
AOTA Inspire 2025 Annual International Conference
American Occupational Therapy Association
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia
PA
United States
Understanding and Incorporating Universal Design for Learning in the Classroom
Panel Presentation
University Scholarship & Best Practices Expo
Johnson & Wales University
Providence
Aquatic Therapy Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Collaboration, Play-Based Interventions and Fine-Motor Outcomes in Preschoolers
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapists & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Incorporating Yoga & Mindfulness into Your Pediatric Toolbox
Oral Presentation
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy (MAOT) & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association (RIOTA)
Four Point Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Mobility Devices for Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapists & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Supporting Occupational Balance for New Parents
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapists & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Transitioning to Solids for Children with Down Syndrome
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Utilizing Yoga and Mindfulness in Supporting Preschool Children
Poster
MAOT/RIOTA 2024 Annual Conference
Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapists & Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood
MA
Structuring Your Day: The Importance of Predictability, Consistency, and Follow Through in Your Child’s Development
Oral Presentation
Sargent Center Family Engagement Series
Sargent Rehab Center
Virtual
Warwick
RI
Utilizing an Interteaching Model to Facilitate Student Participation
Oral Presentation
University Scholarship & Best Practice Expo
Johnson & Wales University
Friedman Center, Harborside
Providence
RI
Understanding and Utilizing a Trauma-Informed Lens in Pediatric Practice
Poster
AOTA Inspire 2024 International Conference
American Occupational Therapy Association
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando
FL
Understanding & Utilizing Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices
Lecture
JWU Center for Teaching and Learning – Lunch & Learn
Johnson & Wales University
Center for Teaching and Learning
Providence
RI
United States
The Use of Simulation to Support Learning and Professional Growth
Lecture
University Scholarship and Best Practices Expo
Johnson & Wales University
Friedman Center, Harborside Campus
Providence
RI
United States
Understanding & Utilizing Trauma-Informed Approaches in Pediatric Practice
Lecture
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Special Interest Group (RIOTA)
Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association
Virtual
Warwick
RI
United States
Examining the Current Role of OTs in Trauma-Informed Care Within School-Based Practice
Poster
Inspire Annual International Occupational Therapy Conference
American Occupational Therapy Association
HBG Convention Center, Conv Center Hall 3
San Antonio
TX
United States