Why are teachers leaving the profession?

Hello!

I want to share a few thoughts with you regarding your teaching career.

Are you thinking of leaving the profession?

My intention here is to give you a short list of factors why teachers exit and the solutions.

I am a teacher-author, and teaching is my passion. I have worked as a kindergarten teacher, primary teacher, secondary teacher and lectured undergraduates online. So, I am enjoying and not enduring my teaching career.

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Now, let me dive into the causes.

According to a 2025 UK report, it revealed that 34% of teachers are considering leaving the profession. 10% have left and 64% left in 2025. However, this is not only restricted to the UK. The problem exists in North America and Africa.

The teachers well being index 2025 enumerated the factors as follows:

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  It's a sector wide problem and not about you. The system sets people to fail and potential teachers are being tricked to enter the profession.

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  Teachers are overstressed, and it is negatively affecting their well being.

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  Toxic culture- no psychological safety.

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  Policy changes

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  Constant pressure

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  Time and energy barriers

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  Not enough time and resources

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  High workload

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  Some reports indicate that teachers are not paid for over workloads.

Based on Pew Research Survey, some respondents said, “educational institutions are too static and would not move forward quickly “

Although some teachers have jumped out and jumped back into the profession, you can't sacrifice your life for the profession.

If you want a change then something's got to change.

What's the way out❓

✓ Focus on your mental health.

✓Write a list of why you like teaching and weigh the pros and cons.

✓Know yourself, strengths and what's your value.

✓Work with a coach or mentor who can help you out of your rut.

✓Reduce your risk levels

✓Set up a side project instead of going through a career change.

✓Create an action and goal setting plan. Get clarity on your timeline. 

✓Seek GOD and the HOLY SPIRIT guidance to energize you and make everything beautiful in your teaching career.

Summary

Of course, the teaching workload is significantly higher. The average teacher works 55-70 hours a week even during the holidays. This is two jobs in one.

You choose how you want to work!🤔

Food for thought

 

What are the positives, negatives and shades of grey in the likely future you anticipate in your teaching career?

All the best.🤗