The EdQuest Georgia Coalition identified burnout as the primary threat to maintaining a vital educator workforce. To ensure a more stable and effective workforce, state and district leaders should address the underlying causes that contribute to burnout: poor working conditions, noncompetitive salaries, inadequate preparation, and lack of professional growth opportunities. A comprehensive state strategy would encourage state policymakers and local leaders to think more boldly and systematically about how to support educators.
Recruitment
Development of educator pipeline models that increase candidate diversity, address barriers to entry, and are attentive to shortages in hard-to-staff subjects.
Preparation and Early-Career Success
Supporting high-quality, school-based experiences for prospective teachers, such as teacher cadet initiatives, educator apprenticeships, and clinical residencies.
Professional Growth and Advancement
Adaptation of existing professional growth systems that enable teachers to access personalized learning based on their needs and career interests.
Equipping district leaders with tools and resources to recruit, deploy, and retain teacher leaders.
Recruitment
Retention
Workforce