Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession
The Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession (CSTP) supports student achievement through a focus on teaching excellence. We don’t believe good teaching happens by accident, but that high-quality teaching occurs when there is a strong system and a strong profession that supports teachers.
Our Mission
CSTP strengthens the teaching profession by:
- providing professional development, project management, research and advocacy
- responding to the evolving needs of educators and students
- prioritizing work that serves those farthest from educational justice
Our Vision
Our vision is that:
- all students have an educator in front of them who values their full humanity
- teachers are valued leaders
- educators have access to responsive, ongoing, relevant training and resources based on current best practices in order to meet the evolving needs of their students and communities
- partnerships are fostered throughout the system among educators, educational organizations and policy makers
Our Values
- Leadership
- Growth
- Collaborative partnerships
- Responsiveness
- Equity