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What can be done about the hemorrhaging of teachers leaving the profession, and is teaching a dying profession?

I am interested in a #teaching career but worried about the future of the profession. #Spring23

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Alyssa’s Answer

Teaching is an evergreen profession, always in demand, and stepping into this field during a shortage could turn out to be a golden opportunity for you. It could pave the way to find a school district that suits your preferences and help you climb the ladder in your career. Remember, if teaching is your true passion, don't let a shortage deter you from chasing your dream!
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Al’s Answer

I think the first thing that you can do about teachers leaving the profession is going into it! It might sound glib, but passionate people will continue to be called to be teachers.

Second, get active in your community around education. Politics and culture wars are infecting education. Do what you can to be the voice of reason. Attend board of Ed. meetings or the equivalent. Support organizations that bolster education for all.

Throughout the pandemic we saw how important the communal aspect of school is for kids (not saying remote learning didn't have a place, given the realities). So long as that is true, teachers will be needed and teaching as a profession will not die.
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