Building and Sustaining Teacher Retention

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CEU Course Description

Building and Sustaining Teacher Retention provides educators, administrators, and school leaders with in-depth knowledge and actionable strategies to address the growing challenge of teacher turnover. The course explores the causes of teacher attrition, the factors that promote retention, and the broader impact of teacher stability on student achievement, school culture, and community well-being. Participants will gain insights into fostering positive school climates, implementing effective support systems, addressing financial and workload challenges, and creating professional growth opportunities. In addition to exploring strategies for retention, this course emphasizes action planning, sustainable retention efforts, and future-focused approaches. Through case examples, collaborative frameworks, and research-driven practices, participants will leave with the tools to develop customized retention plans tailored to their school or district. Throughout this course, participants will learn about 1) the root causes of teacher attrition and the factors influencing retention, 2) evidence-based strategies to retain high-quality educators, and 3) real-world examples of effective and sustainable approaches to fostering teacher retention.

CEU Course Objectives

1. Identify the root causes of teacher attrition.
2. Discuss administrative, governmental, and policy factors that impact attrition and retention, 
3. Recall the impact of teacher retention on student achievement and school culture.
4. Summarize strategies that enhance teacher satisfaction and retention.

Course Date: 2025-06-13

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