ERIC Number: EJ1342168
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Publication Date: 2022-Apr
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Why Do They Stay? Factors Associated with Special Education Teachers' Persistence
Scott, LaRon A.; Taylor, Joshua P.; Bruno, Lauren; Padhye, Ira; Brendli, Katherine; Wallace, Weade; Cormier, Christopher J.
Remedial and Special Education, v43 n2 p75-86 Apr 2022
Special education teacher (SET) persistence and attrition have been investigated for several decades. However, there are several predictors for SETs' intent to stay or leave that are yet to be investigated. Using Bandura's social cognitive theory, we developed the Special Education Teacher Persistence in Teaching Survey (SETPTS) and examined multiple factors for SETs' persistence in their careers despite a range of challenges they face. Ninety-six SETs at various stages in their careers completed the survey to understand the complex dynamics of persistence. Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient and hierarchical logistic regression analysis revealed factors correlated with teacher persistence, and barriers that may cause attrition. In the findings, we address ways to improve SET retention, as well as possible future directions for research, education policy, and practice for teacher preparation and retention.
Descriptors: Teacher Persistence, Special Education Teachers, Predictor Variables, Self Efficacy, Teaching Conditions, Individual Differences
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Language: English
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