In this episode, I focus on teacher attrition. What can administrators do to retain teachers?
In 2021, The National Education Association (NEA) recommended districts make significant changes to reduce stress and improve morale in schools to avoid a "Great Resignation." It's 2023, and I don't think many school districts listened. Teacher burnout is being felt around country. Schools are facing teacher shortages, driving education leaders nationwide to find solutions that address the challenges of teacher burnout, retention, and recruitment. However, "Educators don't need any more chair massages or Casual Fridays," it's about "support and autonomy." Decrease in morale is increasing feelings of demoralization. While addressing the understaffing of schools to alleviate the current crisis is critical, that could be a short-lived success without systemic changes.
What kind of systemic changes you may be wondering and how can an administrator play a key role in it?
Dr. Christie McMullen is with us today to discuss teacher burnout and how to make the work environment better.
Christie was a high school science teacher, a high school assistant principal and instructs master's level students in educational leadership at National Louis University. She is the Area Director for AVID and CEO and Chief People Development Officer of AIM: Analyze, Improve, and Move. Christie is also a best-selling author of the book, Learning Can Stick - A Guide to Make Every Learning Experience Safe, Logical, Fun, and Memorable.
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