New Teachers
Read about new teachers’ experiences and needs in their first few years in the classroom, including those of preservice teachers
The State of Teaching
New national data on the teaching profession, vivid reporting from classrooms, and resources to help support this essential profession.
Special Education
What the Research Says
Schools Have the Special Educators—But Keep Losing Them to General Ed.
A study across seven states finds educators for students with disabilities need more targeted support.
Teaching Profession
How Uncertified Teachers Went From a Stopgap to an Escalating Crisis
Using uncertified teachers to fill shortages may further destabilize the educator pipeline.
Artificial Intelligence
How Chatbots Can Help Train Teachers
Tech that simulates conversations can support teachers with classroom management and lesson planning.
Recruitment & Retention
Opinion
How to Make Teachers Want to Stay at Your School
An instructional coach shares five essential practices for teacher retention.
Teaching Profession
What Happened When States Dropped Teacher Licensing Requirements?
New research into that period offers clues about what more permanent changes to licensure requirements could effect.
Teaching Profession
Professional Learning Guide
Your Guide to New Teachers
This professional learning guide features support for new teachers, with tips for administrators.
Teaching Profession
Professional Learning Guide
Your Guide to New Teachers (Updated)
This updated professional learning guide provides additional, actionable insights on supporting and preparing new teachers.
Teaching
Opinion
‘We’re All Cheering for You’: 9 Tips for New Teachers
Your first year of teaching doesn’t have to feel like a hazing exercise.
Recruitment & Retention
Can Gen Z Be Enticed to Teach? Teach for America Thinks So
A poor labor market doesn't explain the growing interest in TFA, say its staff.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
Teaching Advice for Educators of All Levels
A veteran educator shares guidance and insights from more than two decades of teaching.
Teacher Preparation
Virtual Simulations Help Future Teachers Build Social-Emotional Skills
Simulations give teacher candidates a chance to practice what to say and do in tough situations.
Teaching
Opinion
Advice for Beginning—and Veteran—Teachers
Larry Ferlazzo offers advice for new teachers gleaned from his many years of experience in the classroom.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
‘Gen Z Isn’t Lazy’: Let’s Rethink What We Expect of New Teachers
When a new teacher requested a mental health day, I flinched—then I listened.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
My Grandson Is Becoming a Teacher. Here's What I Want Him to Know
Larry Ferlazzo, who retires from teaching at the end of this year, offers guidance for new and veteran educators.