According to the Minister of Education, the shortage of teachers that France still faces in 2024 is a problem that is not exclusive to the country, but common to all our European neighbors.
According to data from the Ministry of National Education, out of the 27,589 positions open in teacher competitions in the public and private sectors in 2024, 3,185 were not filled. This teacher recruitment crisis has raised concerns, although the Minister of National Education points out that it is not exclusive to France. According to Nicole Belloubet, these difficulties are common to all European countries.
A widespread problem
According to the latest comparative report from the European Commission in 2023, which monitors education and training in all European Union countries, there is a widespread problem in recruiting new teachers in relation to each country’s needs. However, it is difficult to compare France to its European neighbors, as each country uses different methods and indicators to quantify its teacher shortage.
Most affected disadvantaged regions
The European Commission’s report points out that, despite differences in methodology, there are common characteristics in the teacher shortage. Primarily, there is a lack of teachers in disadvantaged regions in all EU countries. Additionally, some subjects such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, as well as literary subjects, are more affected than others. There is also a gender disparity in primary education, where male teachers are underrepresented.
Lack of attractiveness of the profession
The 2023 European Commission report also analyzes the reasons behind this teacher shortage in Europe. It highlights an aging profession that struggles to be attractive. In France, the excessive workload of teachers is especially noted. At a European level, the main reason highlighted is the issue of insufficient salaries. Nicole Belloubet acknowledges that there are still efforts to be made in terms of remuneration.
Article source: Francetvinfo
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