Olivia

United States
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Travelling

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Hello! I have been Workawaying on and off since 2021 in Hawaii, Greece, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, the UK, Croatia, France, Germany and more! Excited for more
adventures:)

My next destination:
United Kingdom - from Sep 2026 until Dec 2026
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As of September 2026 I am traveling in the UK and working on an Outdoor Education Teaching Certificate! I am coming back to workaway after a period of not traveling (hence an inactive account and my 0% reply rate😂) and am excited for my next adventure:)

I am also a multi media artist, Pre-K teacher and nature/ocean enthusiast. My passions have taken me all over the world and connected me with some incredible people and unforgettable memories along the way:)

Skills/Experience:
Animal and farm work from cats and dogs to alpacas and goats, Teacher, nanny, waitress, camp counselor, water sports (kayak, SUP, snorkel, scuba, 6m boat), mural artist, and more, I am quick to pick up anything I set my mind to.

I've always been drawn to animals and the outdoors so I am currently transitioning my work towards Forest School and Farm School!
Interests

Animals

Writing

Music

Cooking & food

Beach

Photography

Water sports

Pets

Gardening

Dancing

Art & design

Camping

DIY & crafts

Fitness

Languages

Performing arts

Self development

Videography

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Nature

Politics / Social justice

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

LGBTQ

Farming

Culture

Cycling

Books

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I am fluent in English and have years of teaching experience, so I would love to help you learn my native language. I also speak conversational Spanish, and would love to keep practicing with others!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Teaching

Some knowledge of:

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills

Although I have many skills and passions, I most enjoy working outside and with people! I've always felt more at home in nature and knew I would never lead a "traditional" 9 to 5 job behind a desk. I come from an arts background an am a creative problem solver in any new task I take on.
After graduating with a B.A in Art and Theater from Marymount Manhattan College, I realized I wanted to use my creative skills for more than art hung in a quiet gallery. I started teaching art classes and camps for kids, Yoga classes for adults and eventually Preschool in Chicago! I loved leading a Pre-k classroom because I could freely incorporate art, music and creative thinking and positively impact young minds.
However, when the pandemic hit in March 2020 my school closed and I had to re-evaluate my priorities. An opportunity came to homeschool 1st grade students in Oahu, Hawaii and I simply had to go! Along with teaching, it was an unforgettable year of new experiences including farming, hiking, snorkeling, paddle boarding, scuba diving, sailing and more! My time on Oahu reminded me that my dream life is out there as long as I take the chance:)
Age

31
What else ...

My favorite thing to do in my free time is try new things! Whether it be a new food, hobby or experience, I love taking risks and being surprised. Some favorites include: learning stand up comedy in Chicago, Lyra and Aerial Arts in Honolulu, selling everything I have to travel solo, learning to read tarot cards and becoming a certified scuba diver in Hawaii Kai.

Skills I plan to learn include archery, beekeeping, foraging, next level cooking and sailing!

The ocean and being outside are also very important to me. I'm used to spending the day outdoors biking, walking and swimming whenever possible!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  I am a vegetarian

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3 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Pet sitting in ...)

I could not have asked for a better experience with Lili, Bodhi and Bloo!
I arrived to help out with last minute pet sitting and left with new friends:)
As soon as Lili picked me up from the train station I knew we would get along- before she left we shared meals, amazing conversations, and adventures into nature. She gave me amazing local … read more

(Excellent )

23 Sep 2026

Left by host (Pet sitting in ...) for Workawayer ()

Olivia was the perfect Workaway stay! My Dog Bodhi and cat Bloo instantly took to her, their energy was calm in her presence… Olivia was here for about a week and we loved having her she was great to chat too she’s in touch with the land, mind ,body, spirit. Olivia was a joy and funny! She looked after the pets and house superbly well and it was … read more

(Excellent )

5 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our summer of yoga, ...)

I'm so glad my plans changed last minute and I ended up being welcomed into the special community here. This place embodies the true spirit of Workaway, bringing together old and new friends from around the world so seamlessly. The place seems to attract genuine, high spirited and dedicated people who are a joy to be around. In my time I helped … read more

(Excellent )

2 Jul 2023

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Olivia has stayed twice with us!! The second time was for 6 months... and we could not be happier :-D We do miss her so much. Children did specially click with her. She is so good dealing with children, playing hundred games, hand craft, painting, origami, cards, even inventing games out of anything!!! She is so creative!!!! She is also an artist, … read more

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3 Oct 2026

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23 Sep 2026

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5 Sep 2024

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2 Jul 2023

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15 Jun 2022

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I am so lucky to have spent a wonderful 3 weeks with this family! Alwin and Stephanie are incredible hosts and the boys are so sweet and funny- I truly loved getting to know everyone! I wanted to learn some German during my stay and they were so enthusiastic to help me practice, especially Noah and Mika:)
During the week my work was varied, … read more

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12 Jun 2022

Left by host (Help with English and walking ...) for Workawayer

Olivia stayed with us 2 weeks in Marseille. We reallly apreciated spending time with her ! She gets along very easily with everybody in thé house (and with our dog and cat too!). She is always enthousiastic and helpful. She helped a lot with gardening, improving english, She made a wonderful birthday cake for Elyne and even repaired thé sewing … read more

(Excellent)

23 May 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with English and walking ...)

What a wonderful workaway! Thank you Fanny, Ben, Eylene and Solene for the warm welcome and fun adventures (especially climbing in Verdon!). Everyone is so open and easy to get along with- it made speaking and practicing English fun:) I also had a great time helping out in the garden and befriending the pets, Lupio and Mitzy:) Fanny and Ben have … read more

(Excellent)

7 May 2022

Left by host (Join us around our family ...) for Workawayer

I reached out to Liv as I needed a muralist and I certainly was not disappointed. Liv is such an artistic soul, weather was against the outside murals initially but Liv jumped in to other tasks happily. Liv made a selection of double sided cloth serviettes, helped make up and package product, she and Andrea even put together a simply instructional … read more

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6 May 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Join us around our family ...)

I spent just over a month at Mikki's and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Her and her family are incredibly welcoming and make you feel right at home (specifically with a glass of rakija). She also takes many workawyers at a time so you form a little community, you are never bored and working alone! My primary job was painting murals … read more

(Excellent)

7 May 2022

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Olivia came for the ingest 2 months ever. Lol. She was to stay to just get away from covid and ended up-staying almost a year. We both just kept extending it. Lol.

She helped play with my little one while educating her. Even after school and on her own time she’d ask to take ayla on adventures. She is an angel. She’s been gone about a year now … read more

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6 May 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Join our family raising our ...)

I don't even know where to start, staying with this family truly opened my eyes and changed my outlook on life. They were gracious enough to receive me in the beginning of the pandemic when I arrived to help homeschool their then 1st grade daughter, Ayla. At the time we thought the exchange may last a few months and I ended up staying almost a … read more

(Excellent)

30 Oct 2021

Left by Workawayer for host (Help establishing a ...)

I don't even know where to begin, if you have the chance to work with this warm, open-hearted family, do it!
I felt so welcomed the minute I walked in and could not have asked for a better stay. They truly treat you like family and are enthusiastic to include you in their exciting activities. I was lucky enough to join breathtaking hikes, rock … read more

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20 Oct 2021

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Olivia stayed with us three weeks in October. We really appreciated having her! She's a super reliable, cheerful and considerate person, that has a great antenna for kids and animals alike. Her tasks involved driving the kids to places, establishing a relationship with them (which she was able to do in no time), cooking, cleaning the hen house, … read more

(Excellent)