Eric Pugh Ed.d.

Eric Pugh, Ed.D., has a diverse work experience in the field of education. Eric currently serves as the Executive Director of Special Education/Student Services at Chester Community Charter School, where they oversee the development, planning, monitoring, and evaluation of special education programs. Eric also provides mentorship and support for Special Education Teachers/Case Managers and coordinates school-wide training for special education and general education personnel. Prior to this role, they worked as an Elementary School Principal at the same school.

Before joining Chester Community Charter School, Eric worked as an Academic Dean of Instruction at Christina School District, where they were responsible for instructional leadership. Eric also held the position of Director of Pupil Services at Chester-Upland SD, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance student services.

Eric's earlier experiences include serving as an Elementary School Counselor and MTSS/504/PST/PBS Coordinator at Red Clay Consolidated School District. In this role, they implemented PATHS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) for teachers/staff, coordinated student support services, and collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum standards. Eric also served as a Special Education/Autism and Severe Disabilities Teacher at Brandywine School District and as a Special Education Teacher at Thomas Edison Charter School and High Road School of Delaware.

Eric's first teaching position was as a 5th Grade Elementary Teacher at Liberty Christian Academy, where they facilitated learning in various subjects and provided mentorship and counseling to students.

In summary, Eric Pugh, Ed.D., has a wealth of experience in special education, instructional leadership, and student services. Eric has held various roles throughout their career, demonstrating their commitment to supporting students with diverse needs and promoting educational excellence.

Eric Pugh, Ed.D., completed their Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) at Delaware State University from 2011 to 2015, with a specialization in Educational Administration. Prior to that, they obtained their Master of Education in School Counseling from Wilmington University in 2011. From 2008 to 2010, they pursued a Master of Education in Special Education K-12 at Wilmington University. In 2007, they completed a Master of Education in Instruction: Teaching and Learning at Wilmington University. Additionally, Eric Pugh earned a Master of Education in Educational Administration from Wilmington University in 2007. For their undergraduate studies, they graduated from Greensboro College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science.

Eric Pugh has also acquired several certifications:

1. Autism and Severe Disabilities K-12 from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

2. Certified Central Office Personnel from the State of Delaware in October 2017.

3. Elementary School Counseling from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

4. Exceptional Children K-12 from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

5. Principal/Assistant Principal from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

6. School Leader I from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

7. School Leader II from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

8. Special Education Director from the State of Delaware in November 2017.

9. School Principal (K-12) from the State of Pennsylvania (specific completion date not provided).