Anyone who has been teaching, whether it has been for one year or thirty years, knows that there are certain types of students.

A tricky problem like this does not come with an easy solution, and for administrators grappling with teacher shortage, it certainly won’t go away overnight. However, there are steps school and district administrators can take to address the issue, lessen its impact on students, and lay a foundation for an improved staffing situation in the future.

Whether you’re awaiting the return to the classroom, happily soaking up every last drop of the summer break you can, or already teaching again, back-to-school season is in full swing.