Erica Smith

Erica Smith is an experienced educational leader currently serving as the Elementary School Principal at Mastery Schools since July 2019, with prior roles including Assistant Principal of Specialized Services. Smith participated in the Instructional Leadership Academy at the Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders from June 2023 to May 2024. Smith's career includes significant positions such as High School Principal and Founding Dean of Student Services at Ascend Public Charter Schools and various roles at Mastery Charter Schools, including School Leader Apprentice and Special Education Case Manager. Smith began a career in education as a Special Education and Science Teacher at The Churchill School and Center. Educational qualifications include a Principal Certification in Educational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, a Master of Professional Studies in Adolescent Education and Special Education from Manhattanville University, and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Legal Studies from Trinity College-Hartford.