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Olivia Ward

Olivia Ward

Muskegon

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Muskegon Civic Theatre
09.2023 - Current
  • Direct a Special-Needs Theater Program, Penguin Project.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse performers.
  • Modified general theater program standards for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Substitute Teacher

Edustaff
09.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.

Server

Whitlow's Forerunner
08.2019 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Theater Teacher

Muskegon Civic Theatre
06.2019 - Current
  • I teach/assistant/ direct students in learning the basics of theater and theater performance
  • Develop comprehensive curriculum that incorporated acting, script analysis, and stage management skills for a well-rounded theater education.
  • Facilitate open communication between parents, administration, and students to address concerns or issues related to the theater program.
  • Serve as director for productions, managing all aspects of casting, rehearsal schedules, and technical requirements.


Special Needs Nanny

Families In My Community
2017 - Current
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and behavior modification strategies.
  • Enhanced communication skills for non-verbal children through consistent use of sign language and visual aids.
  • Increased independence in daily living activities by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, and hygiene management.
  • Fostered emotional well-being through active listening, validation, and encouragement during difficult moments or transitions.

Education

Fruitport High School
Fruitport, MI

Transfer Student (GED) -

Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
12-2028

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Motivating students
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategic planning
  • People management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Enthusiastic

Timeline

Director

Muskegon Civic Theatre
09.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Edustaff
09.2023 - Current

Server

Whitlow's Forerunner
08.2019 - Current

Theater Teacher

Muskegon Civic Theatre
06.2019 - Current

Special Needs Nanny

Families In My Community
2017 - Current

Fruitport High School

Transfer Student (GED) -

Muskegon Community College

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Grand Valley State University
Olivia Ward