The condition of teachers in a comparative perspective

Abstract

The article presents the situation of lower secondary education teachers in Europe on the basis of international comparative analyzes. The main symptoms of the crisis in the teaching profession was outlined. The professional burnout among Polish teachers was pointed out and the growing social requirements towards this professional group were emphasized. The diagnosis of the condition of teachers was made on the basis of data contained in the report of the European Commission Teachers in Europe (2021). Several significant aspects of the working life of lower secondary school teachers were highlighted, such as the shortage of teachers in schools, the aging of this professional group, the outflow of teachers from the profession, and working conditions. The conclusions of the analyzes indicate the need to increase the attractiveness of the teaching profession to young people.