Supporting Teachers Through Career Shocks to Prevent Attrition
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Authors
Keys, Danielle
Issue Date
2026-03
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
Job Demands-Resources Model , negative career shocks , organizational intervention , positive career shocks , teacher attrition , teacher burnout , teacher retention , teacher turnover intention
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Abstract
Teacher attrition is a complex problem; many factors can impact and influence teachers as they consider leaving the profession. High rates of teacher attrition can lead to teacher shortage, which poses problems for school districts, students, and for society. Career shocks are known to trigger deliberation regarding the future of one’s career trajectory, but have not been examined in the teaching context as an influence on attrition. This capstone drew attention to this gap in the research, explored and answered the question: How can the school system support teachers through career shock, reducing burnout and attrition? The Job Demands-Resources model was used as a framework to examine the impacts of career shocks and other barriers to teacher longevity in the profession. A review of the literature first explored contributing factors to burnout syndrome in education, teacher turnover intention, and teacher attrition. Next, the impacts of positive and negative career shocks on employees were examined. Finally, a review of various supports for employees who have experienced career shocks was presented. Recommendations for school districts and principals are offered to support teachers through positive and negative career shocks specific to the education context, focusing on support via the addition of job resources.
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