David Grace
Mount Vernon,WA
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with extensive experience at the Machakhela Archaeology Project, excelling in logistics and field excavations. Proven ability to lead diverse teams and teach complex techniques, demonstrating strong organizational skills and cultural competency. Adept at managing projects and ensuring safety protocols, while fostering a collaborative environment for volunteers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Field Supervisor
Machakhela Archaeology Project
Batumi, Adjara
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Batumi Shota Rustaveli University Research Center. Batumi, Georgia. Medieval period.
- Conducted surveys and excavations in the Machakhela Valley, helped teach volunteers the basics of survey and excavation techniques, and took field notes to turn in to reports and publications for the Machakhela Archaeology Project,Handled logistics for incoming international volunteers, and took volunteers on guided excursions to other sites in the region.
ESL English Teacher
Cambly
01.2022 - Current
- Teach English as a second language both adults and children.
English Teacher
Private Lessons
01.2020 - Current
- Have experience as private English Teacher in Alexandria, Egypt, Fethiye, Turkey, Batumi Georgia
Maintenance Supervisor
Western Washington University
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Supervised crew of 6 to maintain Viking Union Building, did inventory and ordered supplies, employee reviews.
Group care counselor/Teacher
Secret Harbor Foster Care Resources
11.2009 - 01.2018
- Tutored foster teens on basic education, organized and supervised work days at Deception Pass State Park, taught life skills classes.
194th Medical Unit
U.S Air Force National Guard
04.2008 - 04.2014
- Patient triage, Helped teach first aid and cpr classes, help with phlebotomy tasks.
Education
M.A - Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Studies
International University of Hellenism
Thessaloniki, Greece04-2026
ESL certification -
Teaching Nomads
On-Line01.2020
B.A - Humanities and Social Sciences, Archaeology focus
Western Washington University
Bellingham, Wa06.2018
Healthcare management -
Air Force 4A0 Tech School
Wichita Falls, TX07.2008
Skills
- Current valid driver’s license
- Organization and logistics
- Professional and methodical approach to work
- Field excavations
- Trail trenches
- Finds documentation
- Archaeological survey
- Restoration on Amporas
- Photo documentation
- Supervisory and management experience
- Cultural competency
- Adaptability to various climates and landscapes
- Project management
- Inventory control
- Safety protocol
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Fast learner
Archaeology Experience
- Machakhela Archaeology Project, Batumi University, Machekhala, Georgia, Medieval period, 07/23, present
- Gonio Fortress Excavation, Adjara Cultural Department, Gonio, Georgia, Roman/Byzantine periods, 05/21-06/21, 08/22, 06/23
- Volubilis Excavation, Warsaw University, Mouley Idriss, Morocco, Roman watch tower, 10/22
- Gonio Fortress Excavation, Warsaw University, Gonio, Georgia, Roman period, 09/21, 07/22
- Paphos Excavation, Krakow University, Paphos, Cyprus, Hellenistic/Roman period Agora, 08/21-09/21, 10/22
- Człuchów Castle Excavation, Warsaw University, Człuchów, Poland, Medieval period, 08/21
- University of Warsaw Excavation, Warsaw University, Poland, 17th-19th century, 07/21
- Trajan's Wall/Akerman Fortress survey project, Warsaw University, Ukraine, Late Roman period, 06/21
- Battle Hill Excavation, Huntly, Scotland, Bronze age period, 08/18
Museum Internship Volunteer Experience
- Whatcom History Museum, Sea and Cedar exhibitions, 09/17-07/18
- Heritage Flight Museum, 04/17-07/17
Skills Awards
- Current valid driver’s license
- Organization and logistics for archaeology and other projects and events
- Professional and methodical approach to work
- Experience on field excavations/trail trenches/finds documentation
- Archaeological survey experience
- Restoration on Amporas
- Photo documentation
- 10 years experience in supervisory and management positions
- Extensive background working with a wide range of culturally different people
- Wide range of working in archaeology in a variety of climates and landscapes
- Honorable discharge from U.S Air Force National Guard (2014)
- Secret Harbor Foster Care Resources Employee of the Year (2015)
Presentations
- International Conference of Georgian Archaeology, 2021
- CrossRoads of Civilizations Conference, 2023
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certifed
- ESL Teacher
Timeline
Project Manager/Field Supervisor
Machakhela Archaeology Project
07.2023 - Current
ESL English Teacher
Cambly
01.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Private Lessons
01.2020 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Western Washington University
01.2018 - 10.2020
Group care counselor/Teacher
Secret Harbor Foster Care Resources
11.2009 - 01.2018
194th Medical Unit
U.S Air Force National Guard
04.2008 - 04.2014
M.A - Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Studies
International University of Hellenism
ESL certification -
Teaching Nomads
B.A - Humanities and Social Sciences, Archaeology focus
Western Washington University
Healthcare management -
Air Force 4A0 Tech School
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