Retaining New Teachers: How Do I Support And Develop Novice Teachers? (ASCD Arias), April/2015

If you hire, train, or mentor new teachers, you know there's a good chance they will leave the profession within the first five years. It doesn't have to be that way, and Bryan Harris explains why. Learn how to create a four-part support system that ensures beginning teachers eventually thrive as effective practitioners who stay in your school.

About The Author:

Bryan Harris serves as the Director of Professional Development & Public Relations for the Casa Grande (Arizona) Elementary School District. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and a Master of Educational Leadership degree from Northern Arizona University. In 2013, he earned a doctorate (EdD) from Bethel University in Minnesota after studying factors impacting new-teacher retention. He also holds a certification in brain-based learning from Jensen Learning. Having served in many roles as an educator—from a classroom teacher to a principal and now a central office leader—Bryan understands the challenges teachers and school leaders face as they strive to meet the needs of all students. Each year, he speaks to thousands of educators across the United States on the topics of student engagement, motivation, classroom management, and brain-based learning. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including the popular 2010 book Battling Boredom. He can be reached atwww.bryan-harris.com.