Recruiters for K-12 districts told the EdWeek Research Center what they look for in educator applicants.
K-12 Lens 2026: What New Staffing Data Reveals About District Operations
Explore national survey findings and hear how districts are navigating staffing changes that affect daily operations, workload, and planning.
District Leaders Want to Retain Talent. They Need to Look Beyond Just Compensation
There are steps K-12 leaders can take to keep teachers and principals in the leadership pipeline, administrators say.
4-Day School Weeks May Have Diminishing Returns for Teacher Recruitment
Leaders need to consider wider teacher pools when deciding whether to adopt four-day weeks.
Principals Can Make or Break Schools. How Districts Find the Right Fit
Gauging job candidates’ readiness for the challenges of running a school is not easy.
Do 4-Day School Weeks Attract and Retain Better Teachers? What the Largest Study Yet Says
Shortened schedules may do less than district leaders hope to improve turnover and teacher quality.
Do 4-Day School Weeks Attract and Retain Better Teachers? What the Largest Study Yet Says
Shortened schedules may do less than district leaders hope to improve turnover and teacher quality.
What Trump’s $100,000 Visa Fee Could Mean for Schools (Opinion)
An expert on teacher migration explains the possible consequences for international teachers.
Your Guide to Recruitment & Retention
Your Guide to Recruitment & Retention
Beyond the Hire: Building a Culture Where Teachers Stay
Retention starts before day one. Learn how to build a culture that keeps great educators engaged & committed long-term.