Retaining New Teachers

Teacher attrition in K-12 schools is a pressing issue, with nearly half of new teachers leaving within five years. To combat this, Bryan Harris identifies four essential supports for early-career teachers: comprehensive induction programs, supportive administrators, skilled mentors, and collaborative colleagues. He presents practical, research-backed strategies for school leaders to implement these supports, fostering a collaborative culture that enables beginning teachers to thrive and effectively contribute to student learning.