Meet the Administrative Team
Dr. Kelly Hjorth
Principal
Fairhaven School
Dr. Kelly Hjorth Olsen has dedicated over 15 years to serving as a special education administrator within both general and special education school districts. She began her career as a special education teacher, working in K-12 classrooms with students with a wide range of needs, including behavioral and emotional disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism, learning disabilities, and other exceptionalities.
Dr. Hjorth Olsen earned her bachelor's degree from Illinois State University, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Keller Graduate School. She later completed her Ed.D. in Special Education, with a focus on students with low-incidence disabilities and the implementation of effective reading programs.
Throughout her career, she has held several administrative roles, including Director of Student Services, Director of Instructional Services, Program Supervisor, and Low Incidence Specialist. Among these, her role as Principal of Fairhaven has been her most fulfilling. Dr. Hjorth Olsen is deeply passionate about supporting students with autism and their families, working collaboratively to promote independence, foster communication, and implement strategies for emotional regulation.
She is a dynamic leader who enjoys guiding her teams in problem-solving and exploring innovative approaches to meet the diverse needs of students. Dr. Hjorth Olsen also values creating fun and meaningful experiences for both her students and staff, cultivating a positive and engaging learning environment.
Tiffany Alvarado
Administrative Assistant
Fairhaven School
Tiffany Alvarado is in her first year as an Administrative Assistant at Fairhaven Therapeutic Public Day Program, where she provides vital administrative support to ensure the program operates smoothly. Drawing on her extensive experience in data management and team leadership, Tiffany plays a key role in helping Fairhaven achieve its mission of delivering high-quality, individualized services to students.
Prior to joining Fairhaven, Tiffany worked as a Supervisor and Senior Data Specialist at Consolidated Hospitality Supply. In that role, she led a team of three, trained cross-functional teams on SAP data processes, and ensured data integrity by overseeing material lifecycle management and resolving data discrepancies. Tiffany’s expertise in SAP, Excel, and business systems, along with her experience in process management and customer support, makes her a valuable asset to the Fairhaven team.
At Fairhaven, Tiffany is committed to supporting efficient operations and contributing to a positive learning environment for students.