scholarly journals Leveraging the Perspectives of Rural Educators to Develop Realistic Job Previews for Rural Teacher Recruitment and Retention

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 31-46
Author(s):  
Henry Tran ◽  
Suzy Hardie ◽  
Simone Gause ◽  
Peter Moyi ◽  
Rose Ylimaki
Keyword(s):  
South Carolina ◽  
Teacher Recruitment ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Rural Teachers ◽  
Teacher Shortages ◽  
Deficit Model ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
Realistic Job Previews ◽  
Job Previews ◽  
Rural Teaching

Rurality is perceived by many to be a deficit or challenge when it comes to teacher recruitment and retention. However, recently, some have argued that moving away from a deficit model and treating rurality as an asset may hold promise for teacher staffing. Drawing on Person-organization (P-O) fit theory, we extend this argument in our study by investigating the perceptions of teachers from the rural Lowcountry of South Carolina, a region with documented severe teacher shortages, concerning rural teaching advantages and challenges. These reflections provide the data necessary to develop realistic job previews (RJP) that can be highlighted in the teacher staffing process at their schools. To obtain the data, we conducted in-depth semi-structured interviews with 11 rural teachers and one principal (n=12). Several common themes emerged, which we used to develop a sample web-based RJP content for demonstration purposes. 

Filling the Void: A Grounded Theory Approach to Addressing Teacher Recruitment and Retention in Urban Schools

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (6) ◽  
pp. 548-574 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meredith L. Wronowski
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Teacher Recruitment ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Teacher Shortages ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
Learning Framework ◽  
Effective Relationships ◽  
High Needs Schools ◽  
Retention Practices

This research addresses the problem of teacher shortages in urban, high-needs schools. A grounded theory methodology was used to expand insights related to teacher recruitment and retention by collecting and analyzing qualitative (interview and observational) data from nine successful urban teachers. A two-part model of recruitment and retention emerged from this analysis. The model recommends that recruitment practices should be directed at locating individuals who have specific personality traits, the ability to practice cultural awareness and acceptance, and who build effective relationships with students. Organizational retention practices should be focused on increasing teacher empowerment within an organizational learning framework.

Identification and Accessioning of Individuals for Officer Candidate School: Developing Realistic Job Previews

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joy Oliver ◽  
Rebecca T. Erk ◽  
Amanda Koch ◽  
Teresa L. Russell ◽  
Nehama E. Babin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Realistic Job Previews ◽  
Job Previews ◽  
Officer Candidate

scholarly journals 1415. A qualitative study of intersectional stigma among older adults living with HIV who are victims of childhood sexual abuse

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S715-S715
Author(s):  
Chigozie A Nkwonta ◽  
Monique Brown ◽  
Titilayo James ◽  
Amandeep Kaur
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
South Carolina ◽  
Childhood Sexual Abuse ◽  
Hiv Disclosure ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Public Health Programs ◽  
Intersecting Identities ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Intersectional stigma is based upon co-occurring and intersecting identities or conditions and occurs at multiple levels of influence. Intersectional stigma has been repeatedly associated with poor health behaviors and outcomes. The effect of intersectional stigma among older adults are particularly challenging due to issues related to ageism, loss of social support, and comorbidities. We examined the impact of multiple stigmas on older adults living with HIV who are victims of childhood sexual abuse. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a purposefully selected heterogeneous sample of 24 adults living with HIV who are 50 years and older in South Carolina. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and coded using thematic analysis. Results Participants shared experiences and perceptions of stigma and discrimination most commonly related to their HIV status and sexuality at the interpersonal/familial and community levels. Four themes emerged to explain the impact of intersectional stigma: depression, lack of HIV disclosure, limited support, and reduced intimacy. Conclusion The complexity of multiple stigmas profoundly shapes life experiences, opportunities, and mental health of older adults living with HIV. This study highlights that public health programs need to consider the impact of intersectional stigma in order to promote the wellbeing of and improve quality of life for older adults living with HIV. Disclosures All Authors: No reported disclosures

Self Assessment, Realistic Job Previews and Occupational Decisions

1983 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 21-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
P.J. Makin ◽  
I.T. Robertson
Keyword(s):  
Self Assessment ◽  
Realistic Job Previews ◽  
Job Previews
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