Gallup’s Perspective on Understanding the K-12 Teacher Experience

Many school districts are finding it difficult to attract and keep great teachers. According to the U.S. Department of Education, 48 states reported teacher shortages in math for the 2017-18 school year, with similar numbers for science, foreign language, and special education. In Gallup’s recently published 2018 Survey of K-12 School District Superintendents, 61% of percent of superintendents strongly agreed that “recruiting and retaining talented teachers” would be a significant challenge for their district — a higher percentage than any other issue. Fifty percent of teachers who are currently employed are either actively or passively looking for a new job. Professional development is a significant factor for teachers who change jobs: Read More