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Addressing Educator Shortages – State Strategies and Resources from the U.S. Department of Education and Comprehensive Centers
Many school systems have faced increasingly significant challenges in attracting and retaining teachers and preexisting teacher shortages in critical areas have only been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These shortages have a direct impact on educational opportunity for students, and research shows that educator shortages disproportionately impact students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, students with disabilities, and students from rural communities. The U.S. Department of Education has committed a significant set of actions and resources to support states, districts, and schools in attracting and retaining a teacher workforce that is racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse and well-prepared to ensure students have equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities. Join us to learn more about the latest efforts and resources from the U.S. Department of Education, including a showcase of examples from states working closely with the Regional Comprehensive Centers to develop long-term solutions to educator workforce shortages.