Educator Burnout: Teacher Shortages
Educators reflect on the ongoing teacher shortage as new resignations are announced.
- “Over 60% of the staff at my friend’s school have already submitted resignations, which means by the time school resumes in August that number will likely be higher. It’s bleak out here folks.” —Educator in Nevada
- “As teachers close out another school year where they prepared students for a STAAR redesign, coached students through active shooters drills, spent countless additional hours lesson planning and grading, and provided love and care to 20-150 students, districts have to say #txlege failed #txed. Districts are finding ways to provide 2-4% pay increases when we should be able to do more. Educators are feeling discouraged and defeated.” —Superintendent in Texas
- “Everyone concerned about teacher shortages should do everything they can to pass the Social Security Fairness Act and end the Windfall Elimination Provision. Under the WEP, teachers do not receive the Social Security benefits they AND their spouses pay into.” —Educator, N/A
- “Teacher turnover creates a continuous cycle of bringing new teachers up to speed, leading to burnout. Improving working conditions and building strong communities are crucial to retaining teachers and improving school systems.” —Middle School STEM Teacher in Wisconsin
- “And just like that, I am the last one left of my induction class of 6 teachers from 2 years ago….” —High School Math Teacher in Illinois