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A wide-ranging bill in the Missouri legislature includes provisions to address the state's struggle to recruit and retain teachers, but also includes controversial school choice measures.
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Illinois school leaders reported the biggest obstacle to pursuing a teaching career was the cost of a college degree, followed by low pay and benefits.
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One of the biggest issues facing the local education system is the growing number of teachers needed — especially special education and bilingual teachers, as well as paraprofessionals.
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Many wonder what the state of teaching in Illinois after the height of the coronavirus pandemic. A new report by Advance Illinois tackles that question and more.
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Teaching shortages — including certain specialities — still exist in select regions across Illinois after the height of the coronavirus pandemic.
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According to the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools’ educator shortage survey from the previous academic year, more than 30% of open teacher, support staff and special education positions went un- or underfilled — the highest percentage in the six years.
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Gov. Mike Parson signed legislation last week that allows educators to return to work without losing retirement benefits.
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St. Louis-area school leaders are trying to find unique benefits to attract in-demand workers.
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A 2016 Missouri law allows school districts to punish teachers for breaking employment contracts.
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Missouri pays its teachers some of the lowest salaries in the nation, and many educators are leaving the profession.