Swiss teachers moderately happy on the job

According to a new study, teachers are satisfied with their colleagues, classes and lessons, while they have a more negative view of the inclusive approach. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Overall, teachers rate their satisfaction at 4.2 out of 6 (the grading scale used in Swiss schools), the Swiss Teacher’s Association LCH said on Thursday. “Generally speaking, teachers are happy in their profession, but there are warning signs,” LCH president Dagmar Rösler told the media. According to Martina Brägger, who led the study, teachers are particularly satisfied with collaboration with colleagues, pupils, and parents. One less positive aspect is inclusive classes, while the balance between work and free time, public recognition and opportunities for promotion and development also leave something to be desired. With the overall satisfaction level of 4.2, “we are in the right range, but with plenty of room for improvement”, Brägger said. + Read more: are ...