44 District cannot accurately predict turnover based on teacher age or certification route. Implications There were similarities and differences when comparing research findings to the current study results. In Table 3, topics in bold type highlight differences between past research claims and the current study results based on Generational Cohort Theory. In Table 4, topics highlighted in bold show differences between past research claims and the current study results based on historical and contemporary teacher turnover reasons. Recommendations The current study results showing significant differences in workplace values and perceived presence on all workplace factors is undoubtedly overwhelming for educational leaders. The researcher identified the two highest priority areas to be addressed, including (5) Work-Life Balance and (1) Purpose/Recognition. Table 5 summarizes recommendations for educational leaders to improve teacher retention of all generations. Future Research The STVPQ is valid, reliable, and ready for use in future studies. Please contact the researcher at drkimcoppens@gmail.com. Recommendations The current study results showing significant diffe nces i workplace values and perceived presence on all workplace factors is undo btedly ove w elming for educational leaders. The researcher identified the two highest priority areas to be addressed, including (5) Work-Life Balance and (1) Purpose/Recognition. Table 5 summarizes re mendations for educational leaders to improve teacher retention of all generations. Table 5 Recommendations for Teacher Retention Workplace factor Improvement area Specific action steps Work-Life Balance Listen to Teachers Focus Groups to identify inefficiencies in processes, sources of stress; Teacher seat on the school board (Kohanim, 2021). Part-time Teaching Opportunities Recruit to Education those lost in the Great Resignation (Goldstein, 2021). Legislative Advocacy Reduce demands for data, reflection, tutoring, and testing (Kohanim, 2021). Reduce Required Professional Development Experienced many changes to teaching due to pandemic; Time to settle down (Kohanim, 2021). Purpose/Recognition Community Involvement Invite volunteers into schools (Gross et al., 2015); Develop school-business partnerships (International Survey Associates, 2016). Student Engagement Teacher Appreciation year round; Students serve as teacher assistants; Curriculum adjustments to make required content more practical (CBS Philly, 2019). Address Total Compensation Educate teachers on the value of the defined benefit pension plan and tax-free savings options (Backstitch, 2021). Kimberly Sue Kossel Coppens, EdD
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