Walter Samuel Haskell IV
Eupora,MS
Summary
Passionate Historical Interpreter offering superior skills to bridge communication gaps for better understanding of historical knowledge. Employs empathic, mindful approach to convey cultural and historical concepts. Operates well in both group and individual in-person scenarios, facilitating conversations without conflict or geographical limitations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Historic Interpreter/Agricultural Specialist
Jamestown Yorktown Foundation
04.2010 - 01.2024
- Greeted Visitors to James Fort and performed orientation tours as necessary.
- Planned, prepared, planted, and harvested tobacco fields yearly, and presented agricultural projects and exhibits.
- Prepared Devon Oven and prepared period foods and dishes appropriate to the time, including bread baking.
- Mentored interns, youth volunteers and Teacher's Institute Associates within the guidelines of the VIrginia Commonwealth School System
- Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by addressing client concerns throughout their museum experience.
Education
No Degree - Historical Interpretation
TAC SCHOOL-36.5 Average Per Year
Jamestown Yorktown Foundation Training Academy05.2023
Technical Certificate I - Plumbing Code
New Horizons Educational Center
Virginia Dept. Of Career And Education04.2006
Technical Certificate II - Plumbing Theory And Methods
New Horizons Educational Center
Virginia Dept. Of Career And Technical Education04.2006
High School Diploma -
Bruton High School, Class of 1989
Williamsburg, VA05.1989
Skills
- Performed Leadership and Supervisory Duties in the absence of superiors
- Presentation Skills, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
- Timely and efficient set-up and breakdown of assigned tasks Flexibile
- Adapts well to new assignments and makes efficient use of hands-on and inquiry based methodology
- Works well with others and is self-motivated
- Knowledge of Excel, Google Documents, and Microsoft Word
- Managed and supervised special programs, watch duties and other assignments associated with multiple interpretive programs, including agriculture, military history, and domestic programs
- Knowledge of 17th and 18th Century Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Leather working, weapons demonstrations, /metal working, blacksmithing, early medical practices and apothecary, and carpentry
- Knowledge of 17th and 18th Century Early Algonquian Culture and early Woodland period agriculture tool-making, weaving and foodways
- Positive attitude and exceptional teamwork on a daily basis
- Site evacuation marshall
- Contributes to ongoing educational training and body of historical knowledge
Timeline
Historic Interpreter/Agricultural Specialist
Jamestown Yorktown Foundation
04.2010 - 01.2024
No Degree - Historical Interpretation
TAC SCHOOL-36.5 Average Per Year
Technical Certificate I - Plumbing Code
New Horizons Educational Center
Technical Certificate II - Plumbing Theory And Methods
New Horizons Educational Center
High School Diploma -
Bruton High School, Class of 1989
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