SC TEACHER provides comprehensive research about South Carolina’s educator workforce by expanding a statewide data network and reporting on results that inform policy and practice. Our work is built on a comprehensive and strategic approach to gather, synthesize, and utilize state-specific data to better understand the impact of educator pipeline policies and practice on teacher effectiveness. Networking with a variety of agencies, SC TEACHER serves as a statewide central resource for data management and aggregation about our educator workforce. Our mission is to promote transformative practices that inform policymakers, educators, and communities who care about education scaling economic opportunity. [WHAT WE DO] COLLECT & HOUSE DATA We house a robust data infrastructure to capture more nuanced information about South Carolina’s educator workforce. COMMUNICATE RESULTS & IMPACT We turn grounded data into actionable information to propel educator and economic impact in South Carolina. CONNECT & LEVERAGE INSIGHTS We stay curious and learn from and with educators, policymakers, and other community members looking to advance education in South Carolina. [OUR FOCUS AREAS] Educator Pipeline Research Educator Workforce Profile Teacher Working Conditions Teacher Exit Survey Real School Context