Diversifying Chicago’s teacher workforce could begin with strengthening efforts to retain the African American teachers it already has. One way it’s doing that is by launching teacher-support initiatives such as a residency program that provides mentors and pays for graduate education.
As the district continues its efforts to diversify its teaching staff, it is also considering ways to recruit​ more African American educators. Building a more diversified workforce means offering higher compensation, alternative pathways to teaching, and developing partnerships with historically black universities.
