- Research Brief
Trends in Teacher Hiring
Key Findings
- During the interview process, most teachers reported participating in an interview, but only a small percentage of teachers in Tennessee said they participated in performance-based tasks.
- Teachers in Tennessee choose where they will work primarily based on personal preferences.
- In general, teachers in Tennessee tend to apply to more than one job and weigh multiple job offers before making a decision.
- The hiring window for Tennessee teachers is most active during the spring and summer months.
Suggested Citation
Smith, R. & Doan, S. (2018). Trends in teacher hiring: A Tennessee Educator Survey snapshot. Tennessee Education Research Alliance.