Summary:

Join Dr. Jim and education leader Al Betry as they discuss innovative strategies for addressing educator shortages in K-12 school districts. Discover how CESA 9 in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, develops successful "grow your own" programs to attract and retain teaching talent. Al shares insights on transitioning paraprofessionals, career changers, and substitutes into educational roles while emphasizing the importance of culture and community engagement. Learn about the impact of post-COVID trends on recruitment and retention in education, and how this regional approach offers compelling solutions for districts nationwide.

Key Takeaways:

• Developing a strong culture and program support are critical to attracting and retaining high-quality educators within school districts.
• Post-COVID challenges have intensified the need for innovative approaches to teacher recruitment and retention such as grow-your-own programs.
• Career changers, paraprofessionals, and substitute teachers constitute significant talent pools for education roles when appropriately supported and guided.
• Partnerships with regional education service agencies can effectively tailor teacher training programs to community-specific needs by leveraging local insights and resources.
• Educational reform efforts at the district level significantly benefit from cross-district collaborations and shared development of best practices.

Chapters:

0:00

Strategies for Recruiting Educators in K-12 School Districts

2:08

From Teacher to Regional Director: A Leadership Evolution

4:05

Navigating Educational Needs Across Diverse Wisconsin School Districts

7:55

Retaining High Quality Staff Through Strong Culture and Support

8:59

Post-Covid Challenges and Opportunities in Educator Retention

10:27

Rebranding Teaching to Highlight Impact and Value

12:58

Post-Covid Education Challenges and Innovations in Wisconsin

15:50

Career Changers Transitioning to Teaching Through Grow Your Own Programs

17:27

Career Changers Seeking Fulfillment in Teaching

18:29

Strategies for Transitioning Paraprofessionals and Substitutes to Teachers

26:26

Building Successful Grow Your Own Programs in Education

33:15

Building a High-Performing Educational Team Through Community Value

Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung

Connect with Al Betry: https://www.cesa9.org/

Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda



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