Teacher Leader

New Ideas in Teacher Compensation

melissa.pinsky@sreb.org — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 20:39:00 +0000

To help states retain teachers and recruit the next generation into the profession, this brief examines teacher compensation policies in states and how adjustments could help reverse teacher shortage trends. The report looks at teacher compensation packages as a whole, including data on salary, health insurance, retirement and other benefits. It also outlines moderate-, low- and no-cost strategies for states and districts to improve teacher working environments.

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Learning from How Five States Designed Tiered Teacher Certifications

melissa.pinsky@sreb.org — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 19:04:00 +0000

What To Do and Not To Do

A look at tiered teacher certification policies from five states highlights what works and what might require more thought.

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State Efforts to Promote Teacher Leadership

melissa.pinsky@sreb.org — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:14:00 +0000

In the face of teacher shortages, state leaders have an opportunity to explore ways of remaking the teaching profession from the inside out, rather than relying solely on short-term solutions. One strategy: teacher leadership and mentorship initiatives. This brief highlights how education leaders in six states used three levers ─ certification, pay and recognition ─ to identify and retain teacher leaders.

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