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Economics2h 7m ago

71% of U.S. public school teachers surveyed said they work at least one second job.

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States

Who
Christine Regal, U.S. public school teachers, Labor Department, Walton Family Foundation-Gallup
What
71% of U.S. public school teachers surveyed said they work at least one second job.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:27:31 GMT · 2h 7m ago
Where
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States ·
Why
A challenging economy and financial struggles are forcing many teachers to seek additional employment.
The Frontline Impact

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The widespread reliance on second jobs among U.S. teachers, as highlighted by a recent survey, underscores financial strain within the education sector. This trend could affect teacher retention and the quality of education if educators are consistently overextended.

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