Disparate Pathways: Understanding Racial Disparities in Teaching

David Blazar (), Max Anthenelli, Wenjing Gao, Ramon Goings and Seth Gershenson ()
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David Blazar: University of Maryland
Max Anthenelli: University of Maryland at College Park
Wenjing Gao: University of Maryland at College Park
Ramon Goings: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Seth Gershenson: American University

No 16928, IZA Discussion Papers from Institute of Labor Economics (IZA)

Abstract: Mounting evidence supporting the advantages of a diverse teacher workforce prompts policymakers to scrutinize existing recruitment pathways. Following four cohorts of Maryland public high-school students over 12 years reveals several insights. Early barriers require timely interventions, aiding students of color in achieving educational milestones that are prerequisites for teacher candidacy (high school graduation, college enrollment). While alternative pathways that bypass traditional undergraduate teacher preparation may help, current approaches still show persistent racial disparities. Data simulations underscore the need for race-conscious policies specifically targeting or differentially benefiting students of color, as race-neutral strategies have minimal impact. Ultimately, multiple race-conscious policy solutions addressing various educational milestones must demonstrate significant effects—approximately 30% increases—to reshape the teacher workforce to align with student body demographics.

Keywords: teacher diversity; teacher labor markets (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I2 J2 J4 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 54 pages
Date: 2024-04
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