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Retaining Black Teachers: An Examination of Black Female Teachers' Intentions to Remain in K-12 Classrooms
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Retaining Black Teachers: An Examination of Black Female Teachers' Intentions to Remain in K-12 Classrooms

Abiola A. Farinde, Ayana Allen and Chance W. Lewis
Equity & excellence in education, v 49(1), pp 115-127
02 Jan 2016

Abstract

Sixty years after Brown v. Board of Education, retention trends indicate that there is a Black teacher shortage. Research shows that Black teachers' retention rates are often lower than the retention rates of White teachers. Black teachers report low salaries, lack of administrative support, and other school variables as reasons for leaving the teaching profession. Seeking to alter the predominantly White, middle class teaching force and potentially impact students' educational experiences, this qualitative study examines twelve Black female teachers' intentions to remain in the K-12 classroom. Utilizing conventional content analysis, three themes emerged regarding the retention of Black female teachers. Conclusions, recommendations, and implications are offered for school administrators and educational policymakers.

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