70% of teachers say their school is very or somewhat understaffed | Pew Research Center

March 19, 2024

2. How teachers manage their workload

70% of teachers say their school is very or somewhat understaffed

70% of teachers say their school is very or somewhat understaffed

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2. How teachers manage their workload
Over 8 in 10 teachers say there’s not enough time in the day to get all their work done
About 8 in 10 teachers who say they don’t have enough time in their regular workday to get everything done say just having too much work is a major reason
70% of teachers say their school is very or somewhat understaffed
Majority of teachers say it’s difficult for them to achieve work-life balance
Large majorities of teachers say their job is often stressful, overwhelming
Among teachers, women are more likely than men to say they often find their job stressful, overwhelming
Newer teachers more likely to say their job is often fulfilling, enjoyable