Ep 58: "Class Is Not In Session"

In this episode, we take a look at the growing teacher shortage in the United States and the challenges pushing educators out of the classroom. We discuss issues such as teacher pay, burnout, increasing workloads, certification costs, declining enrollment in teacher preparation programs, and the changing expectations placed on educators. We also explore what the shortage means for students, schools, and communities; and examine some of the solutions being proposed to recruit new teachers and keep experienced educators in the profession. It’s a conversation about the people responsible for educating the next generation and what it may take to make teaching a sustainable career again. Intro and Outro music by Erin Garris and Khari Garris Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show Instagram: @gen_xpertise ; youtube: https://youtube.com/@gen_xpertise_podcast?si=URb-am50BnOzBYEb tiktok: @the_genxpertise_podcast Bluesky: @genxpertisepodcast.bsky.social