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Factors Influencing Math and Science Teacher Intentions to Leave or Stay in the Teaching Profession

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to identify factors that have the greatest influence on math and science teacher intentions to stay in or leave the teaching profession. The independent variables included in this study were: perceived administrative support, influence over classroom and school policies and procedures, salary satisfaction, and stress associated with teaching. A survey was sent to math and science teachers in central Virginia containing questions largely derived from the School and Staffing Survey. Stress associated with teaching and job satisfaction were significant predictors of intent to stay in teaching for teachers. Based on the results of this study, resources should be targeted to improve job satisfaction and decrease stress associated with teaching to improve the retention of qualified math and science teachers.

Source: Digital Showcase Research, Scholarship, & Creative Works (University of Lynchburg)

Author: Scott Douglass

Language: English

Topic: Teacher Professional Development and Motivation

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2511938767

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