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Connecticut Education Association says new survey highlights state's desperate need for teachers

Connecticut teachers' union says state desperately needs teachers
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STAMFORD, Conn. -- Connecticut's teachers' union says a new survey is spotlighting the state's desperate need for teachers.

The Connecticut Education Association says 6,000 educators responded to the survey.

Seventy-four percent say they are more likely to leave the profession early or retire.

Seventy-two percent are dissatisfied with their working conditions, and 98% identify stress and burnout as their top issue.

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