In this first survey, I conclude that it’s reasonable (at the very least) to cast extreme doubt on union and education advocacy organizations claiming that pay and parental harassment are the primary issues for teachers leaving.
When salary is listed as a contributing factor, 93.35% of Midwestern teachers claim that their resignation is due to student behavior and progressive political activity required in their classrooms.
I have a family member who is a school principal. Went to a family dinner the other day, and she was talking about how teachers are quitting left and right. She even asked me if I’m interested in teaching bc she could use me- I’ve always worked in banking- have zero experience and she knows that. I told her I can’t afford the $20,000 per year pay cut. They are hard up for people