Veteran Teacher Resilience: Why do they stay?

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

1 Introduction

Abstract

Overview

About This Book

Statement of the Problem

Significance of the Research

Purposes and Justification of the Study

Conceptual Framework

Summary

2 A Review of the Literature

Abstract

Overview

Search Processes and Criteria

Synthesis of the Literature

Individual Factors

Contextual Factors

Teacher Stress and Burnout

Strategies That Cultivate Resilience

Policy and Governance Issues and Implications Summary

3 Methodology

Abstract

Overview

Research Questions and Design

Participant Selection and Setting

Limitations and Delimitations

Data Collection

Instrument Design and Validation

Veteran Teacher Interview Protocol

Confidentiality and Ethical Treatment of Data

Summary

4 Data Analysis and Findings Abstract

Overview Participants Ally: Veteran Teacher #1

Amy: Veteran Teacher #2

Brandi: Veteran Teacher #3

Brenda: Veteran Teacher #4

Cindy: Veteran Teacher #5

Dana: Veteran Teacher #6

Jake: Veteran Teacher #7

Janice: Veteran Teacher #8

Jill: Veteran Teacher #9 Jim: Veteran Teacher #10

Kim: Veteran Teacher #11

Sarah: Veteran Teacher #12

Sue: Veteran Teacher #13

Tim: Veteran Teacher #14

Tom: Veteran Teacher #15

Thematic Outcomes of Investigation

Purpose in Teaching (Theme #1)

Positive Relationships in the Milieu (Theme #2)

Passion for Teaching (Theme #3)

Supportive School Culture (Theme #4)

Passion for Curricular Content (Theme #5)

Accommodating Work Schedule (Theme #6)

No Other Opportunities Available (Theme #7)

Contextual Factors and Their Role

Individual Factors of Resilience

Strategies Used for Coping With Profound Challenges

Dealing With Parental Complaints (Theme #1) Managing Student Behaviors (Theme #2) Surviving the First Years in Teaching (Theme #3) Maintaining Work-Life Balance (Theme #4) Summary

5 Discussion of Findings

Abstract

Overview

Teacher Resilience Dimensions Found Resilient Teachers Display Individual Factors

Resilient Teachers Believe Education Is Important

Resilient Teachers Find Their Purpose in Teaching

Resilient Teachers Are Passionate About Their Students

Resilient Teachers Are Passionate About Their Content

Resilient Teachers Display Perseverance

Contextual Factors Play a Role in Developing Resilience

Positive Administrative Support Fosters Teacher Resilience

Positive Relationships Nurture Teacher Resilience

A Positive School Culture Grows Teacher Resilience

Resilient Teachers See the Big Picture

Resilient Teachers Value Experience

Resilient Teachers Value Strong Mentors

Resilient Teachers Desire Relevant Professional Development

Summary

6 Implications, Conclusions, and Recommendations

Abstract

Overview

Implications for Policy

Implications for Research

Implications for Practice

Recruitment and Hiring

School Culture

Mentor Teachers

Professional Development

Conclusions

Recommendations for Future Research

Summary

References

Appendixes

A Literature Review Table With Select Entries B Demographics Survey

C Veteran Teacher Interview Protocol