Waterbury Public Schools is an extraordinary place to learn and teach. At the heart of our educational institution are tremendous people with a shared commitment to give our children the best education and opportunities possible from Pre-K through post-secondary. Come and inspire with us!
Mission: The mission of Waterbury Public Schools is to inspire and prepare every student to be successful in and beyond school.
Vision: ALL Waterbury Public Schools students will graduate ready to transform their world.
Core Values:
- Holds high expectations for excellence in teaching and learning
- Promotes equity in policy, practice and resources
- Provides students a quality learning experience aligned to our Portrait of a Graduate
- Acts as stewards for community resources and managing our assets to ensure equity and excellence
- Recognizes that meaningful relationships are the foundation of a high-quality education
- Committed to embracing a diverse community
- Committed to civility, honesty, responsibility and transparency
Waterbury, like many districts around the country, is faced with the challenge of increasing the representation of minorities in the educator workforce and recruiting and retaining culturally and linguistically diverse educators. With a student population that is nearly 70% minority, the district is committed to recruiting and retaining teachers of color. Waterbury is uniquely positioned to make significant gains toward increasing minority representation among teacher and administrator hires by thoughtfully creating and carrying out a fresh, comprehensive and multi-faceted approach. This approach includes a “Grow Your Own” next generation of teachers program focusing on high school students who have an interest in becoming teachers and providing professional development to existing minority teachers and having courageous conversations on topics of interest to them as they progress along their career trajectory. Finally, connecting with institutions of higher learning and establish relationships to support student internships and field experiences, while exposing our students to college life and expectations.
We invite you to learn more about Waterbury Public Schools and what we have to offer. Explore opportunities and consider making us your employer of choice! Start by reading what our employees have to say about the opportunities a career in the Waterbury Public Schools has meant for them.