Policy Brief

Teacher Recruitment and Retention in Missouri

Paul Katnik
September 2022 | National Association of State Boards of Education

This brief from the National Association of State Boards of Education highlights Missouri’s efforts to recruit and retain a qualified, credentialed teaching workforce. Facing a supply–demand gap driven by low compensation and the devaluation of teaching, Missouri has implemented grants and programs to address teacher retention and attract students to teaching careers. These initiatives aim to mitigate the exodus of educators and boost interest in the profession among high school and college students. Missouri’s approach, though specific to the state, reflects broader challenges in the U.S. education system and offers strategies other policymakers and teacher preparation administrators could adopt. As these efforts are evaluated, they may provide valuable insights into addressing teacher shortages nationwide.

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