Waterbury Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Waterbury Public Schools oversees 32 schools with just over 1000 educators. The Waterbury Public Schools teacher salary data presented in the tables below are gathered from several government agencies as listed below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Waterbury Public Schools Teacher Salary Details
The table below details average salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk and surrounding areas. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels. For example, a teacher with a master's in education may have higher salary than an entry level teacher.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $40,500 | $29,780-$50,180 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $93,590 | $59,930 - $141,940 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $90,020 | $49,410 - $133,420 |
| Middle School Teacher | $90,750 | $51,080 - $128,730 |
| High School Teacher | $87,710 | $49,520 - $131,040 |
| PE Teacher | $61,780 | $31,200 - $106,480 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
Special Education Teacher Salary
The table below lists average salary ranges for special education teachers that work for Waterbury Public Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $40,500 | $29,780-$50,180 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $87,090 | $50,350 - $113,120 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $66,440 | $39,030-$103,910 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $150,250 | $85,340 - $201,790 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $77,610 | $44,030 - $111,300 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Employee and Teacher Benefits (Estimated)
The estimated value of administrator and teacher benefits provided by Waterbury Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Connecticut | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $34,764 | $25,072 |
| Administrators | $40,140 | $35,392 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Waterbury Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Waterbury Public Schools. This information is obtained through a self reported survey provided by the NCES Universe Survey.
Total Number of Teachers Employed
Total number of teachers employed by Waterbury Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,339 | 1,426 | 1,415 |
| Preschool Teachers | 28 | 36 | 35 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 85 | 88 | 92 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 864 | 913 | 898 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 324 | 348 | 355 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 38 | 41 | 35 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Instructional Supervisors, Coordinators, and Teaching Assistants
Total number of instructional supervisors, coordinators, and teaching assistant jobs are listed in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 124 | 119 | 122 |
| Teaching Assistants | 409 | 460 | 473 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
District and School Administrators and Support Staff
Total number of school administrators and support staff that work for Waterbury Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 873 | 873 | 865 |
| District Administrators | 53 | 41 | 45 |
| District Support Staff | 50 | 63 | 73 |
| School Administrators | 71 | 72 | 76 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 91 | 77 | 60 |
| Student Support Staff | 70 | 80 | 92 |
| Other Support Staff | 518 | 540 | 519 |
| Librarians | 23 | 21 | 23 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 21 | 16 |
| Guidance Counselors | 28 | 31 | 31 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 18 | 17 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Waterbury Public Schools Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Waterbury Public Schools oversees 32 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Regional School District 15 (7 Schools)
- Naugatuck Public School (11 Schools)
- Wolcott School District (5 Schools)
- Watertown School District (5 Schools)
- Regional School District 16 (5 Schools)
Waterbury Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. W. Tinker School 809 Highland Ave Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8186 |
KG-5 | 33 | 572 |
| Bucks Hill School 330 Bucks Hill Rd Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8182 |
PK-5 | 41 | 547 |
| Bunker Hill School 170 Bunker Hill Ave Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8183 |
PK-5 | 32 | 514 |
| Carrington School 24 Kenmore Ave Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8184 |
PK-6 | 31 | 446 |
| Crosby High School 300 Pierpont Rd Waterbury CT 06705 (203) 574-8061 |
9-12 | 103 | 1,389 |
| Driggs School 77 Woodlawn Terrace Waterbury CT 06710 (203) 574-8160 |
PK-5 | 38 | 547 |
| Duggan School 952 Bank St Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8875 |
PK-8 | 33 | 464 |
| Enlightenment School 30a Church St Waterbury CT 06702 (203) 574-6634 |
6-12 | 23 | 191 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School 220 Columbia Blvd Waterbury CT 06710 (203) 574-8172 |
KG-5 | 30 | 515 |
| Gilmartin School 107 Wyoming Ave Waterbury CT 06706 (203) 574-8175 |
PK-8 | 34 | 518 |
| H. S. Chase School 40 Woodtick Rd Waterbury CT 06705 (203) 574-8188 |
PK-5 | 54 | 784 |
| Hopeville School 2 Cypress St Waterbury CT 06706 (203) 574-8173 |
KG-5 | 34 | 485 |
| John F. Kennedy High School 422 Highland Ave Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8150 |
9-12 | 101 | 1,286 |
| Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School 233 South Elm St Waterbury CT 06702 (203) 574-8162 |
PK-5 | 45 | 602 |
| Margaret M. Generali Elementary School 3196 East Main St Waterbury CT 06705 (203) 574-8174 |
KG-5 | 39 | 601 |
| Michael F. Wallace Middle School 3465 East Main St Waterbury CT 06705 (203) 574-8140 |
6-8 | 91 | 1,171 |
| North End Middle School 534 Bucks Hill Rd Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8099 |
6-8 | 87 | 1,050 |
| Reed School 33 Griggs St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8180 |
PK-7 | 33 | 378 |
| Regan School 2780 North Main St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8187 |
KG-5 | 17 | 261 |
| Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School 440 Pierpont Rd Waterbury CT 06705 (203) 574-8168 |
PK-5 | 43 | 614 |
| Special Education Preschool 330 Bucks Hill Rd Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8053 |
PK-PK | 25 | 203 |
| Sprague School 1448 Thomaston Ave Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8189 |
PK-5 | 32 | 472 |
| State Street School 58 Griggs St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8028 |
2-12 | 13 | 79 |
| Walsh School 29 Ashley St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8164 |
PK-5 | 36 | 459 |
| Washington School 685 Baldwin St Waterbury CT 06706 (203) 574-8177 |
PK-5 | 24 | 337 |
| Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High) 16 South Elm St Waterbury CT 06702 (203) 574-8000 |
9-12 | 33 | 489 |
| Waterbury Arts Magnet School (Middle) 16 South Elm St Waterbury CT 06702 (203) 574-8000 |
6-8 | 30 | 331 |
| Waterbury Career Academy 175 Birch St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8000 |
9-9 | 18 | 245 |
| Wendell L. Cross School 1255 Hamilton Ave Waterbury CT 06706 (203) 574-8171 |
PK-5 | 23 | 367 |
| West Side Middle School 483 Chase Parkway Waterbury CT 06708 (203) 574-8120 |
6-8 | 90 | 988 |
| Wilby High School 568bucks Hill Rd Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 574-8100 |
9-12 | 100 | 1,292 |
| Woodrow Wilson School 235 Birch St Waterbury CT 06704 (203) 573-6660 |
PK-5 | 32 | 417 |