Australian Teachers' Perceptions of Their Work in 2022 - Monash Report

Australian Teachers' Perceptions of Their Work in 2022

8 in 10 teachers feel a clear sense of belonging to the profession, but only 3 in 10 teachers plan to stay on. The 2022 report explores the reasons why and what can be done about it.

Teachers have a massive impact on our lives and communities, and play a critical role in shaping our shared future. They deserve our respect, trust and to feel safe at work. Monash researchers have conducted a national study of 5,000 teachers. This builds on ongoing research from 2019 and offers insights into better ways to support and retain teachers.

The results are a wake up call for all of us. They highlight the need for personal action and systemic change.

This includes:

  • More respect for teachers and the profession
  • Tackling teacher workload and administrative burden
  • Creating safe work environments
  • Including teachers’ voices in policy recommendations

Infographic of the 4 main summary points of the report

Main concerns Australian teachers have about their profession

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Australian Teachers' Perceptions of Their Work in 2022

Download the report to explore in detail the findings of our nation-wide Australian study into how teachers feel about their work and their profession.

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Perceptions of Teachers and Teaching in Australia Report 2019

Australian teachers feel unappreciated and at risk of burnout. Teacher workload and well-being were identified as concerns from both teachers and the public. If not addressed, these will lead to a teacher shortage in Australia.

One of the alarming findings from this study is that 71% of teachers report they don’t feel appreciated, even though 93% of Australians trust teachers to do a good job in the classroom.