Teaching Jobs and Careers

With retirements, budget cuts, and a decrease in enrollment in teacher preparation programs, schools are struggling to find and retain qualified educators

The teacher shortage is a complex problem with no easy solution. However, schools can ensure that all students have access to quality education.

A provisional teaching license can be a valuable tool for schools. They can help schools hire qualified teachers and help schools save money.

Widespread teacher shortages are putting even more stress on families and school communities nationwide.

There is no question that the nation needs a larger, better trained and more diverse group of teachers. But having all the teachers we need can’t “fix” learning and believing that it can largely ignores what science research tells us about student outcomes.

If you’re a teacher, it’s a seller’s market. If you’re a school district or independent school, there are many things you should know to improve your odds and make sure you can find the most qualified talent available.

Enrollment in teacher education, particularly Math and Science, is way down.

Retaining and supporting teachers through training

Noel Frye was smiling ear to ear. “Me graduate,” she said, recalling her accomplishment.