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Teacher Well-Being Survey Reveals Alarming Trends in Educator Mental Health Post-COVID-19
[ATLANTA, January] – In a groundbreaking three-year study conducted by the Teacher Self-Care Conference and The Educator’s Room, alarming trends in educator well-being post-COVID-19 have been identified. The survey, which included responses from 1,596+ teachers and school staff across the United States and internationally, sheds light on the critical need for immediate attention to the mental health of our educators.
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated existing challenges within the education sector, affecting both student learning outcomes and the mental health of educators. The National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) reported a significant drop in math and reading scores in 2022, marking the most substantial decline in reading scores in 30 years. Additionally, the survey highlights the lack of resources for educators’ mental well-being, which is crucial for creating a positive learning environment.
“The findings released last month highlight the importance of not just reporting what we all know to be true about the well-being of our educators, but also what common sense solutions should be.” Franchesca Warren, founder of The Educator’s Room, said via telephone. “Every government agency (federal and state) should be looking at changing policies that address well-being in a way that addresses the structural and benefit changes.”
Even before the pandemic, teacher shortages were a growing concern. Life post-COVID-19 pandemic has seen a further surge in teacher shortages, leaving schools understaffed at a time when addressing learning loss is crucial. The study underscores the urgent need for solutions to address the well-being of the teaching workforce and prevent burnout. Today’s announcement is critical as districts around the United States work on spending down COVID-19 federal funds and many states are starting to examine the research around retaining educators.
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Contact Information:
Cheryl Smith
Publicist
The Educator’s Room
info@theeducatorsroom.com
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