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DJ Tucker

Walterboro,SC

Summary

Dynamic Project Contributor
A self-motivated and positive team player with keen attention to detail and a proven track record of conscientious workplace input. Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible product & service.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Museum Educator/Interpreter

Henricus Historical Park
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Researched and prepared material in support of public programming and development of events at historic site/living history museum.
  • Led hands-on education programs for dozens of elementary age students and chaperones.
  • Worked with professionals from diverse fields to outline significant historical developments relevant to different groups.
  • Delivered services to dozens of clients within specific parameters as indicated by mission and team objectives.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Artist Services

Spoleto Festival, USA
03.2011 - 06.2021
  • Interfaced and supported top performing artists from around globe.
  • Workplace valued problem-solving skills, flexibility, teamwork and managing critical time constraints.
  • Successfully met all challenges to rise to trusted status among high-achieving crew.
  • Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
  • Made professional connections that will prove asset to future employers.

Program & Events Manager

Tippecanoe County Historical Association
05.2017 - 04.2018
  • Created and facilitated cutting-edge programs in Americana and Native American history to diverse audience of both elementary students and general public.
  • Incorporated historic foodways events which then played central role in crafting unique themes and curriculum.
  • Assembled team of performing "all-stars" for complex educational event serving hundreds of students over multi-day time frame.
  • Organized meetings and scheduled events.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
  • Assisted with grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding and sustain program long-term.

Emergency Medical Technician

Medical University of South Carolina
11.2011 - 04.2017
  • Employed in dynamic and extremely challenging workplace environment.
  • High-level communications and people skills at premium. Spent years perfecting soft social skills that proved invaluable.
  • Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Was unit employee of year 2012.

Director of African-American History & Programs

Magnolia Gardens
06.2005 - 05.2011
  • Crafted award winning and widely regarded interpretive program in Gullah history and culture.
  • Restored collection of 19th century slave dwellings and associated produce/medicinal gardens.
  • Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
  • Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
  • Personally delivered public programs during four year span to over hundred thousand visitors and school groups.

College of Education Adjunct Professor

Charleston Southern University
07.2007 - 08.2007
  • Established in-service summer credit course in South Carolina history.
  • Coached and encouraged 50 elementary teachers on strategies to best teach challenging history in their respective classrooms.
  • Led discussions on relevant topics and issues in field.
  • Provided high-quality, evidence-based instruction.
  • Utilized technology to enhance learning experience.

Graduate Intern

Avery Research Center (College Of Charleston)
08.2000 - 05.2003
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
  • Provided comprehensive research assistance and support when designing and executing art exhibitions and events.
  • Taught small groups of students focused on specific topics relating to African & African-American History.
  • Contributed to research and data analysis within museum landscape.
  • Evaluated and interpreted data from programs and events to support future projects.

Site Manager

Old Fort Jackson
04.2004 - 09.2005
  • Served in two management positions to substantially further positive public image of site.
  • Worked passionately to develop and deliver new and innovative military history programs/events.
  • Sought and recruited leading edge interpretive staff.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
  • Progressed education in both interpretation and museum education development and oversight.

Historical Interpreter

Black Creek Village
01.1989 - 03.1996
  • One of Canada's premier living history sites, akin to Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts.
  • Held various artisans positions during tenure including village doctor, grist mill worker, assistant baker, printer and blacksmith.
  • Educated groups about key events in history and current preservation strategies with polished presentations.
  • Began right out of high school working in interpretation and public history.
  • Gained invaluable experience as freshman turned journeyman interpreter.

Education

MA - Southern History

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
04.2005

BA - US History & Culture

Brock University
Ontario, Canada
04.1999

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Well organized
  • Film & TV acting (historical films)
  • Community Theater Experience (Actors' Theater of
    SC)
  • Outdoor educator/storyteller
  • Decades-long historical public programming expertise (National Park Service, etc)
  • Veteran of many education programs (planning & implementation)
  • Familiar with current educational technology and best practices

Accomplishments

    ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Volunteer of the Year (01/2015 - 12/2015)
    Awarded by the Edisto Island Historic Preservation Society for work teaching at-risk youth.
  • Nominated for NAACP award, Charleston, SC
    (05/2010 - 05/2010)
    Recognized for contributions to Black community in area of cultural/historical research and education.
  • Decades of volunteer work with various historic sites
    including the NPS & various state agencies (04/1989 - Present)
  • Very highly regarded work in living history and outdoor education activities.

    • HONOR AWARDS

  • Heritage Tourism Award (01/2010 - 12/2010)
    The Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
    Honored for the most outstanding public history program in the state that year.

Additional Information

PERSONAL PROJECTS

  • Philippine Indigenous Culture Project (07/2006 - 08/2006)
    Spent a few weeks studying and living in the jungle and mountain
    tribal lands of two legendary native people groups, the Ilongot and
    Ibaloi.
  • Edisto Island History Detectives (03/2011 - 05/2017)
    Created and led an after-school program for 4th through 6th grade
    students in local history/culture and natural history. Students developed various skills through archaeology and
    experiential learning.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Museum Educator/Interpreter

Henricus Historical Park
09.2021 - 06.2023

Program & Events Manager

Tippecanoe County Historical Association
05.2017 - 04.2018

Emergency Medical Technician

Medical University of South Carolina
11.2011 - 04.2017

Artist Services

Spoleto Festival, USA
03.2011 - 06.2021

College of Education Adjunct Professor

Charleston Southern University
07.2007 - 08.2007

Director of African-American History & Programs

Magnolia Gardens
06.2005 - 05.2011

Site Manager

Old Fort Jackson
04.2004 - 09.2005

Graduate Intern

Avery Research Center (College Of Charleston)
08.2000 - 05.2003

Historical Interpreter

Black Creek Village
01.1989 - 03.1996

MA - Southern History

College of Charleston

BA - US History & Culture

Brock University

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