Olivia Lavaia
Manhasset,New York
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern/After-School Tutor
Adventures In Learning, Inc. Manhasset
Manhasset, New York
01.2022 - Current
- Supported elementary students in strengthening writing, reading, and math skills.
- Assisted struggling students with projects, homework assignments, etc.
- Collaborated with peer volunteers to develop innovative and effective teaching strategies.
- Organized and led weekly fun activities, such as science experiments, mindfulness games, and art classes.
Special Needs Volunteer
Horseability
Chanhassen, New York
12.2023 - 08.2026
- Worked with special needs children and adults to help them get the full benefits of equine therapy.
- Served as camp counselor at Horseability summer camp program for 3 summers.
- Collaborated with staff to create personalized care plans for each participant.
- Provided support and encouragement to participants throughout their sessions.
- Trained new volunteers on best practices for working with individuals with special needs.
- Worked to ensure riders' safety and horses' safety.
Town Hall Recording Secretary
Manhasset Greater Council
Manhasset, New York
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Selected to liaise between school & local politicians as student voice.
- Created monthly reports summarizing key decisions made at each meeting.
- Coordinated with other members to ensure the accuracy of the minutes taken during meetings.
- Ensured that all meeting documents were properly organized, archived and updated.
- Authored & published monthly meeting minutes distributed to Manhasset residents.
- Facilitated communication between council members and surrounding high school community.
Girl Scout Ambassador
Girl Scouts Of Nassau County
Manhasset, New York
01.2013 - 06.2026
- Promoted Girl Scouts of America programs to potential members and the community.
- Helped plan fundraising campaigns for special projects or events.
- Served as a mentor for younger girl scouts, helping them learn life skills such as problem solving and communication techniques.
- Assisted in organizing and running Girl Scout events, such as campouts and cookie sales.
- Completed Girl Scouts Gold Award, collaborating with assisted living facilities and memory care residents. Held weekly cooking classes with residents and families recreating nostalgic family recipes. Authored cookbook featuring personal recipes and stories from participants to preserve memory of project.
Klipster/Modern Spaces Intern
Modern Spaces
Queens, New York
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Filmed over 20 NYC property developments, editing and publishing videos on the Klipster app, allowing users to interact with properties through short-form videos and live streams.
- Created engaging content for multiple social media platforms to drive interest before launch.
- Conducted industry trend research to shape effective social media strategies.
- Supported Klipster event promotions through targeted outreach on social media.
- Generated innovative ideas for creative content initiatives to boost engagement.
UBS Youth Internship
UBS Wealth Management
Manhattan, New York
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted managing directors in preparing client presentations and reports.
- Tracked client interactions in live spreadsheet to organize outreach and follow-ups.
- Processed incoming mail, sorted items into appropriate categories, and distributed accordingly.
- Organized office space, including ordering supplies, setting up equipment, and ensuring cleanliness of work area.
Videographer
MileSplit
Manhasset, New York
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Filmed Long Island track meets and captured athletes' races for analysis.
- Operated time clock software to record and publish live finishing times and rankings to athletes.
- Worked to organize and send out athletes times to meet officials
- Composed and framed shots using camera settings and other technical aspects to achieve director requested results.
Education
Manhasset High School
Manhasset, NYAffiliations
- Girl Scouts Gold Award
- AP Scholar with distinction
- Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Gold, Silver, Bronze)
- Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation
- AP Capstone Diploma
- 4 years varsity Track & Field
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Klipster/Modern Spaces Intern
Modern Spaces
08.2025 - 09.2025
UBS Youth Internship
UBS Wealth Management
07.2025 - 08.2025
Town Hall Recording Secretary
Manhasset Greater Council
09.2024 - 06.2026
Special Needs Volunteer
Horseability
12.2023 - 08.2026
Intern/After-School Tutor
Adventures In Learning, Inc. Manhasset
01.2022 - Current
Videographer
MileSplit
01.2022 - 01.2025
Girl Scout Ambassador
Girl Scouts Of Nassau County
01.2013 - 06.2026
Manhasset High School