Traci Gillespie Email & Phone Number

Greater Denver Area

Creator and developer of Creative Labs Stapleton. An after school enrichment class that brought the Maker Movement to schools. Based on project-based learning that uses a unique combination of artistry, circuitry, and craftsmanship through an exploration of DIY electronic projects, such as: Squishy circuits, Makey Makey, Drawdio, Brushbots, Spinbots, Little Bits, and Snap Circuits.• Teach game design enrichment classes using Gamestar Mechanic and Scratch Programming. • Teach Introduction to Paper Circuits class.

Greater Denver Area

• Design, craft, and sew handmade clothing and specialty gifts for children of all ages. • Determine customer needs, communicate verbally and visually, and make decisions while working closely with customers.• Manage marketing and advertising along with social media.

Greater Denver Area

• Handle all aspects of customer service, marketing, advertising, accounting, HR and administrative duties. • Instruct kids in hand and machine sewing classes, camps, private lessons, and birthday parties. • Develop curriculum for classes and instructors. • Teach and manage classes along with instructors and assistants (up to 13). • Conduct interviews and hire instructors and assistants.• Manage bookkeeping along with invoicing.• Create and manage direct marketing and social media.• Develop website, brand creation and design.

Greater Denver Area

• Manage the daily activity and operation of the library. • Develop appropriate technology skills through lesson plans and proper handling of equipment. • Train students on keyboarding and internet skills, along with digital citizenship. • Provide informal instruction of library skills to students, including delivering International Baccalaureate instruction as it pertains to the LMC. • Prepare and maintain print and non-print materials for circulation. • Develop and create displays, bulletin boards, and announcements to encourage library usage. • Perform clerical duties (i.e., typing, covering/repairing books, and scheduling the LMC). • Complete duties pertaining to the library automation system (i.e., checking items in and out, re-shelving items, and generating overdue notices). • Manage library equipment, including computers (i.e., labeling, scheduling, basic troubleshooting). • Developed and maintained website for students and parents to utilized at school and home.• Initiated International Baccalaureate classroom recognition and award presentation monthly. • Assist in the inventory process of library materials. • Support students through Positive Behavior Support (PBS) by using proactive strategies for supporting appropriate student behavior management.

Greater Denver Area

• Worked with students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. • Monitored work, corrected papers, and supervised curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by the certified staff. • Performed clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties. • Performed any assigned non-instructional classroom duties.• Support students through Positive Behavior Support (PBS) by using proactive strategies for supporting appropriate student behavior management.

Greater Denver Area

• Worked with students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. • Assisted the certified staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing learning materials and skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities. • Monitored work, corrected papers, and supervised curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by the certified staff. • Served as the chief source of information to substitute teachers.• Performed clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties. • Performed assigned non-instructional classroom duties. • Demonstrated ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environment and community. • Assisted in successfully maintaining students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Interacted with customers, explained advantages and disadvantages about various products and services, and resolved their complaints. • Called policyholders to deliver and explain policies, analyzed their insurance program, and suggested additions or changes. • Conferred with clients to obtain and provide information when claims are made on a policy. • Customized insurance programs to suit individual customers. • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to stimulate business growth.• Performed administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and handling policy renewals. • Expanded clientele through networking and generated lists of prospective clients.