Title: The Role of the Administrator
Headings: The Role of the Administrator in Teacher Retention
The Role of the Administrator in Teacher Retention
Infrastructure
Content/Skills
Community Involvement and Support
School Leaders Also Need Support

Content: Administrators must be familiar with available resources to support the diverse needs of students, families and staff and must know how to access additional support in order to ensure appropriate education for all students and support for teachers. For example, leaders can make sure English as a Second Language and bilingual programs are effectively supported (DiPaola, Walther-Thomas, 2003). They can make special education concerns integral when planning for professional development, distribution of materials, books, classroom space and equipment. They can ensure that special education is not put at the end of the line as an afterthought (CEC, 2000 ). Compensation plays a major role in retaining teachers. School leaders should develop teacher compensation packages that demonstrate that they are valued (Gareis, Strong, et al., 2003). Leaders can use salaries and bonuses as incentives to retain teachers (Billingsley, 2002). They also can put together a team of administrators and teachers to develop an incentive pay program (Morice and Murray, 2003). School Climate
Teachers and students will do their best work in a healthy, pleasant environment.