Retired teachers have the opportunity to make a significant positive impact on students and less experienced teachers. They can play a critical role in mentoring new teachers by imparting their knowledge of classroom management and pedagogy skills. One of the most mentioned factors contributing to new teacher's unhappiness and likelihood to leave after the first year of teaching is a lack of mentoring from experienced teachers.
Most SREB states allow retired teachers to return to the classrooms while collecting their retirement benefits. These experienced teachers can help to fill positions where shortages exist, can provide support for new teachers, and can help low-performing students and schools to improve.
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