Sad Reality for Teachers

What is the average starting salary for a teacher in Texas?

• $55,000

• $35,000

• $40,000

• $45,000

How many hours a week does the typical teacher work according to the Ed week Research Center?

• 54 hours

• 50 hours

• 60 hours

• 40 hours

What percentage of Texas teachers left the profession last year?

• 15%

• 13%

• 8%

• 10%

What did the teacher vacancy task force recommend as a top priority?

• Increase in teacher salaries

• More vacation time

• Better health benefits

• Reduced class sizes

What did the state lawmakers fail to pass during their regular session?

• A decrease in teacher salaries

• A new curriculum

• Any increase in teacher salaries

• Extended school hours

What condition does Derek Spencer live with that puts him at increased risk during the pandemic?

• Heart disease

• Diabetes

• Asthma

• Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

What did the teachers say was a major reason for leaving the profession?

• Lack of interest in teaching

• Desire for a new career

• Distance from home

• Disrespect

What did the teachers report experiencing due to increased stress?

• Vision problems

• Sleeping disorders

• Weight loss

• High blood pressure and anxiety

What did the teachers criticize about the state's response during the pandemic?

• Providing too much support

• Ignoring health guidelines

• Continuing to move forward without adequate support

• Decreasing school hours

What did the teachers feel was not taken seriously?

• Salary demands

• Educational reforms

• Health concerns

• Vacation requests