Looking for information on educators? This section examines race/ethnicity of educators in Connecticut as well as teacher preparation data, Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) counts, and teacher attendance. Read more and access these reports below.
The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) continues to address the educator staffing shortage, with a focus on diversifying the educator workforce. Connecticut has implemented various initiatives and programs to attract and retain qualified educators, such as offering financial incentives, providing alternative pathways to teaching, and offering professional development opportunities. The CSDE will continue to prioritize the recruitment and retention of highly skilled educators to address the teacher shortage and ensure that students have access to the best possible education. Use the educator diversity dashboard to analyze and visualize data regarding the employment (past and present) of educators of color for all districts and the state as a whole.
