Sage Hackett
Los Banos,CA
Summary
Experienced in Residential Education business practices, skilled in supporting operations with decisive leadership and strategic decision-making. Strong communication skills, organized, and proactive in problem-solving. Proven team player with a positive attitude, excelling in client relationships. Motivated by customer satisfaction and company success, specializing in quality and process optimization. Articulate, energetic, and results-oriented with a passion for developing relationships and partnerships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Student Life
Barnard College, Columbia University
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Supervised over 300 students living in a 3 week-long academic and residential program.
- Led teams of up to 30 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Trained and developed management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on residential operations.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Naturalist
Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School
03.2024 - Current
- Planned activities like nature hikes to educate over 100 children and varying adults about issues facing local habitats throughout a week-long excursion.
- Planned highly engaging outdoor recreation and environment education programs for on-site and off-site delivery.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Barnard University
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Displayed high quality communication skills to show an ability to connect with others, approachability, being respectful to others, and being able to communicate with others at all levels
- Assumed responsibility and general care for over 200 students living in residential summer program
- Navigated NYC public transportation.
- Oversaw conflict mediations and resolutions amongst student participants
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
Head Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Johns Hopkins University
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Displayed high quality communication skills to show an ability to connect with others, approachability, being respectful to others, and being able to communicate with others at all levels
- Assumed responsibility and general care for over 200 students living in residential summer program
- Cultivated and maintained scheduling procedures for over 25 staff members
- Oversaw conflict mediations and resolutions amongst staff and student participants
- Created staff evaluations and feedback.
- General organization and maintenance of proper filing habits
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Head Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Tufts University
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Displayed high quality communication skills to show an ability to connect with others, approachability, being respectful to others, and being able to communicate with others at all levels
- Assumed responsibility and general care for over 200 students living in residential summer program
- Cultivated and maintained scheduling procedures for over 25 staff members
- Oversaw conflict mediations and resolutions amongst staff and student participants
- Created staff evaluations and feedback.
- General organization and maintenance of proper filing habits
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Communications
CSU Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA06-2026
Skills
- Budget development
- Relationship building
- Performance evaluations
- Staff scheduling
- Operations management
- Decision-making
- Event planning
- Onboarding and training
- Program development
- Process improvement
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Associate Director of Student Life
Barnard College, Columbia University
06.2025 - Current
Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Barnard University
06.2024 - 08.2024
Naturalist
Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School
03.2024 - Current
Head Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Johns Hopkins University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Head Residential Counselor
Summer Discovery, Tufts University
07.2022 - 08.2022
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
08.2019 - 10.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Communications
CSU Channel Islands
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