One in Five Israeli Teachers Considering Quitting Amid Burnout, Survey Finds
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
A survey by the National Institute for Testing and Evaluation found that 21% of Israeli teachers are considering leaving their profession due to burnout. The study, covering the 2024-2025 academic year, showed a 4% rise in burnout and a 5% increase in teachers contemplating departure. Despite this, 77% of teachers remain satisfied with their jobs, though 49% report heavy workloads.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- 21% of Israeli teachers are considering leaving the profession, according to a new survey.
- 31% of educators reported experiencing burnout, a 4% increase from the previous year.
- 49% of teachers feel burdened by a heavy workload, the survey found.
- Despite challenges, 77% of teachers still express satisfaction with their jobs.
A recent survey conducted by the National Institute for Testing and Evaluation (NITE) reveals that 21% of teachers in Israel are contemplating leaving the profession. The study, which covered the previous academic year (2024-2025), also indicated that 31% of educators are experiencing burnout, a 4% increase from the prior year. Furthermore, 5% more teachers are reportedly considering leaving their jobs compared to the previous year.
Despite these challenges, 77% of Israeli teachers still report satisfaction with their work in schools. However, a significant 49% of educators feel they are burdened by a heavy workload. One teacher, quoted in the report, expressed frustration over overcrowded classrooms, stating, "The classrooms are really full, I feel like I can't reach everyone and it's frustrating."
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