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MSCS reports 169 teacher vacancies; administration outlines mentoring, testing supports and virtual options
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Human Resources reported 169 current teacher vacancies (96 elementary, 26 middle, 47 high/CCTE). Administration described supports for permit teachers (mentoring, practice tutors, study.com access, milestone checks) and encouraged principals to flag specific classes needing staff or virtual coverage.
Human Resources reported to the board that Memphis‑Shelby County Schools currently has 169 teacher vacancies districtwide: 96 at elementary levels, 26 at middle schools and 47 at high school/CCTE levels.
"Currently, we have 169 teacher vacancies," Crystal Oliver said, and provided certified vs. non‑certified headcounts by level. Oliver said she would provide school‑level lists and additional breakdowns on request.
Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond and Rachel Addison, who outlined supports for permit teachers, said the district has roughly 1,200 teachers on permits…
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