A geographer by training, she has worked in a variety of settings. Gained detailed knowledge of Iowa's natural landscapes and its inhabitants. Led by example in the midst of an intensive team setting and demanding work environment.
A geographer by training, she has worked in a variety of settings. Gained detailed knowledge of Iowa's natural landscapes and its inhabitants. Led by example in the midst of an intensive team setting and demanding work environment.
A geographer by training, she has worked in a variety of settings. Gained detailed knowledge of Iowa's natural landscapes and its inhabitants. Led by example in the midst of an intensive team setting and demanding work environment.
A geographer by training, she has worked in a variety of settings. Gained detailed knowledge of Iowa's natural landscapes and its inhabitants. Led by example in the midst of an intensive team setting and demanding work environment.
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SARAH (SALLY) HAKES
ww w. o c to b er sa ll y. n et EDUCATION
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, IOWA CITY, IA
B.A. GEOGRAPHY G.P.A. 3.91 / 4.0 WORK EXPERIENCE
DECEMBER 2008 WITH HIGH DISTINCTION
STUDENT TEACHER, CEDAR RAPIDS W ASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL, FALL 2008
Taught demographically diverse student audience knowledge and skills using a variety of communication techniques, including group presentations and one-on-one interactions. Implemented different classroom management strategies, including restructuring learning activities and personal behavior plans. Gained lead teaching experience in two courses; AP Human Geography and Personal Law and Government.
LAND STEWARDSHIP INTERN, IOWA NATURAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION, SUMMER 2008
Gained detailed knowledge and an expanded love of Iowas natural landscapes and its inhabitants. Accomplished tree and brush clearing and invasive species removal on protected prairies, wetlands, and savannas across Iowa. Led by example in the midst of an intensive team setting and demanding work environment.
AMERICORPS INTERN, LOUISA COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD, 2007
Planned and presented environmental education programs and field trips for schools, youth groups, and civic groups. Organized elements of successful area-wide programs including a Senior Citizen bus trip, summer camp, and an Area Education Agency certified teacher-training course on environmental education. Contributed an article to and assisted with formatting of Louisa County Conservation Boards award-winning newsletter. Collaborated with a wide variety of organizations, including Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation, Louisa County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Iowa Department of Natural Resources to plan and execute environmental education programs. ADDITIONAL SKILLS & INFORMATION Computer Skills: Certifications: Course Highlights: Microsoft Office 2003/ 2007, Outlook, Created personal website, including domain and email Basic Wildland Firefighter Training (FFT2) S130, S190, L180, I100 Iowa Secondary Education License, Geography and Economics, Folder #989520 Contemporary Environmental Issues, Earth Systems Science, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Human Geography, Contemporary Global Systems, Economies in Transition, The Global Economy, Microeconomic Theory, Macroeconomic Theory Member of Quad Cities Natural Area Guardians (QCNAGS) and Two Rivers YMCA
Community Involvement: REFERENCES
Letters of recommendation from cooperating teacher and student teaching supervisor available at www.octobersally.net.