The Growing Teacher Shortage
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
4-2025
Abstract
In a time where well-trained and experienced teachers are in great demand, “Teacher attrition is a growing concern for the U.S. educational system” (Curry et al., 2012, p. 178). Even before the global pandemic, but especially after COVID-19, the teacher retention numbers are decreasing and the teachers who express teacher burnout are increasing. According to Dendge et al. (2023), occupational stress, teacher mental health, and self-esteem are only some of the contributing factors to teacher decline. Marais-Opperman et al. (2021) would argue that the teacher’s lack of ability to flourish and cope with stress impacts their intentions to leave the profession. Martinez et al. (2010) suggested that “disruptive student behaviors” largely impacted teacher retention in urban schools.
Recommended Citation
Chessher, Heather, "The Growing Teacher Shortage" (2025). Student Research Symposium 2025. 39.
https://digitalcommons.tamusa.edu/srs_2025/39
