Bios

"I'm a helper, so I love that I get to help others into this fabulous career by sharing my experience and knowledge. I am very proud of my career and the education that I received from Northwood Tech."

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Degrees

Technical Diploma, Northwood Technical College

Associate Degree, Northwood Technical College

Biography

Tara Hakes has worked in the early childhood field for 11 years, including parent and provider education at a county child care resource and referral. She also has experience working with family medicine, pediatrics, OB, general surgery and podiatry. These career experiences have provided Tara with a well-rounded knowledge base and allows her to teach using real-life experiences to enhance the learning environment.

In her free time, Tara enjoys spending time with her husband and family, redecorating and watching Lifetime Movie Network.