Missouri Teachers Face Crisis as Recruitment and Retention Rates Plummet A new report from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) highlights a growing crisis in the state's education system: a severe shortage of teachers. With a dwindling pool of qualified candidates and a high turnover rate, Missouri schools are struggling to fill critical teaching positions. The report sheds light on the complex issues driving this trend, including low salaries, inadequate support systems, and a lack of diversity in the teaching workforce. As the state grapples with the consequences of this shortage, educators, policymakers, and parents are left wondering what it will take to attract and retain the talented teachers needed to provide a quality education for Missouri's students.
Recruitment and Retention Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) (.gov)