Aidan Gillespie

Aidan Gillespie is an experienced educator currently serving as a Teacher at De Smet Jesuit High School since January 2023. Previously, Aidan worked as a Social Studies Teacher at Ursuline Academy of St. Louis from August 2019 to January 2023 and as a Social Studies Instructor at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School from August 2010 to July 2019. Notable roles include teaching Civics and Philosophy and serving as an Assistant Cross Country Coach and co-moderator of the Student Council during Jesuit Alumni Volunteer efforts. Aidan's diverse background also includes internships in economic development, neighborhood restoration, transportation advocacy, and broadcasting during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Aidan holds a Master of Science in Urban Planning and Development from Saint Louis University, a Master's in Secondary Education from Loyola University Chicago, and an Honors B.A. in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame.