Dealing with Staff Turnover: Systems That Make Schools More Resilient in Times of Change

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Staff turnover is the most pressing issue facing school leaders today. Unfortunately, everyday administrators have a limited arsenal of weapons with which to fight turnover, And yet, fight they must. School leaders must not only onboard high numbers of new staff, but also maintain their programs, policies, and procedures in the face of turnover. New teachers arent the only ones needing coherent, on-demand systems. Even veterans cite lack of institutional support as a factor in their departure; they deplore constant changes in practices, unpredictable responses from leaders, and opaque processes for would-be simple tasks. Clear, consistent systems are an administrators best response to turnover, and they help leaders maintain standards across an organization. Clean systems ease teachers burdens by saving time and providing stability. The benefit to leaders, moreover, is obvious: well-maintained systems generate more faithful implementation. Dealing With Staff Turnover: Systems that Make Schools More Resilient in Times of Change lays out a process for organizing, publishing, and promoting systems. It explains how to frame and embed them into teachers practice. It is a manual for those with boots on the ground who want to survive this period of high turnover while maintaining consistent practices.

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I have followed Elizabeth Dampfs blog posts and articles for some time. Each time I completed one of her insightful writings, I would say to myself, I really wish Elizabeth would write a book. That wish has come true in the book you are holding in your hands. In Dealing with Staff Turnover: Systems That Make Schools More Resilient in Times of Change, Elizabeth Dampf continues the trajectory in her writing of engaging in the difficult realities in our profession in an insightful and compelling way. Leaders, this is the book you need to read now in order to cultivate a staff culture that resonates and sustains in a meaningful way. Elizabeth Dampf is the voice all educators need now. -- Sean Gaillard, author of "The Pepper Effect" and host of the Principal Liner Notes podcast
Elizabeth Dampf has struck gold on a critical element in educational leadership...retaining high quality staff. More than just tips and tricks for making teachers feel good about their job, Dealing with Staff Turnover includes structures and systems leaders can implement today. This is a brilliant, methodical way to support and keep our best teachers where we need them, in our classrooms. -- Darrin Peppard, author of "Road to Awesome" and host of the Leaning into Leadership podcast

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Elizabeth Dampf has served as an administrator in the Chicagoland area for over a decade. Her articles have been featured in ASCDs publication, Educational Leadership, as well as Learning Forwards The Learning Professional. She has also appeared on several podcasts, including ASCD Connect, Leaning Into Leadership, Anchored in Education, and Principal Liner Notes. She and her husband enjoy food, culture, and travel.