by PRP Group, on 01/08/2024
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Nevada ranks number one for teacher shortages, according to recent studies.
The Clark County School District told 8 News they have 1,151 teacher vacancies as of October 16, 2023.
There is an online program called iteach working to address the issue, and already clearing the whiteboard for more educators.
iteach is an expedited, self-paced program people of different backgrounds with a bachelor’s degree can use to prepare for state exams and licensure.
Third-grade teacher Christina Day was a substitute for five years at Hickey Elementary in the Northeast Valley.
She’s spent a year with her conditional alternative route license.