Lithuanian Education Minister R. Popovienė recently met with representatives of education unions to discuss strategies for attracting and preparing teachers in the country. She emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan that will enhance practical activities for young educators and improve working conditions for existing teachers. This includes introducing mentorship programs and structural support to increase the interest of new teachers in the profession.

Popovienė announced that the government is preparing an action plan that outlines both short-term and long-term objectives for addressing the teacher shortage. The immediate focus will be on developing initiatives that can be implemented quickly, reflecting the urgency of the situation in the education sector. The minister highlighted that this plan will entail legislative actions and the creation of necessary documents to facilitate the implementation of these measures in the near term.

Last week, representatives from various teachers' unions called on the government to draft and publicize a national program aimed at attracting teachers within the next three months. The growing demand for qualified educators in Lithuania reflects broader challenges within the educational landscape, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced recruitment efforts and supportive measures to retain educators, especially in a time of increased educational demands.