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Tuesday, May 9, 2006
Half of new teachers don’t make it
The Washington Post today reports on a new National Education Association study that says half of all new teachers leave the profession within five years. The NEA said most who bail cite low pay and poor working conditions as their reason for getting out.
As the story states, this is nothing new as this percentage has remained constant for some time.
So what can be done? While many experienced teachers make comfortable wages, it seems some at the low end just don’t think it’s enough. Is more money an answer?
The story does not specify what constitutes “poor working conditions” but I am guessing its a combination of the inadequate buildings in many districts along with the challenges of difficult kids in others. And for some, it may be bad administration. Are there any macro-level changes that can improve conditions for teachers?
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