Candace Smith

Candace Smith has an extensive background in education spanning over 15 years, currently serving as the Regional Executive Director for DC & Baltimore at City Teaching Alliance since July 2013. Prior roles at City Teaching Alliance include Executive Director and Assistant Director. From July 2008 to June 2013, Candace contributed to Friendship Public Charter School as a Kindergarten Grade Level Lead and held various leadership roles within the Instructional Leadership Team. Earlier experience includes a position as a Resident Teacher at DC Prep from August 2007 to July 2008. Candace holds a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and Teaching from American University and a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature and Italian Language and Literature from the University of Chicago.