Diversifying the Educator Workforce: Guide for MN Schools and Districts

Given the concerning lack of teachers of color in Minnesota, the positive outcomes of having a diverse educator workforce, and growing legislative action in this area with the Increase Teachers of Color Act, R10CC researchers sought to better understand the strategies Minnesota public school districts and charter schools were using to recruit and retain teachers of color.

This guide covers:

• Mental Models around Race

• Culturally Responsive School Leadership

• Culturally Responsive Work Environment

• Recruitment & Retention Strategies

• Five Diversification Strategies