The overall number of instructional paraeducators in the state somewhat declined during 2020-21. [Read more…] about Number of total instructional paraeducators by school year
2015-2016
Percentage of conditional certificates issued in special education
Qualified special education teachers continue to be a significant shortage area in Washington’s educator workforce. The percentage of conditional certificates issued in special education continues to increase. [Read more…] about Percentage of conditional certificates issued in special education
Number of limited certificates issued per year
Limited certificates allow for hiring flexibility and can act as entry points to the profession. Districts can request a limited certificate for an individual who has not completed all the requirements for the regular certificate for that role. The number of limited certificates issued sharply increased between 2011 and 2018; a clear indicator of an educator shortage. Since 2018, the number of limited certificates issued has leveled off. [Read more…] about Number of limited certificates issued per year
Professional Growth Plan (PGP) impact on persistence
The three-year persistence rate for those who completed a Professional Growth Plan (PGP) is about ten percentage points higher for educators of color and white educators. This is interesting data inviting further investigation. [Read more…] about Professional Growth Plan (PGP) impact on persistence
Endorsements recommended by educator preparation program providers
PESB encourages preparation program providers to work with state and local agencies to address specific endorsement or educator role shortages. [Read more…] about Endorsements recommended by educator preparation program providers
Beginning teacher time to hire
75% of beginning teachers from Washington teacher preparation programs have found employment as a Washington public school teacher one year after their certification. By 3 years after their certification, 84% of newly certified teachers have been hired as a WA public school teacher. [Read more…] about Beginning teacher time to hire
