Why the US teacher shortage is worsening and how low pay is driving it
The US teacher shortage is worsening as the pay penalty between teachers and other college graduates reaches a record high. Teachers now earn 73 cents for every dollar earned by similar professionals, with wages falling by over $46 weekly in real terms. This growing gap discourages recruitment, especially among college students. Despite better benefits, stagnant salaries continue to drive shortages nationwide, with experts urging political action to increase teacher pay.
The US teacher shortage is worsening as the pay penalty between teachers and other college graduates reaches a record high. Teachers now earn 73 cents for every dollar earned by similar professionals, with wages falling by over $46 weekly in real terms. This growing gap discourages recruitment, especially among college students. Despite better benefits, stagnant salaries continue to drive shortages nationwide, with experts urging political action to increase teacher pay.
