Teaching Around the Clock
European teachers in primary, secondary, and higher education play a vital role in shaping future generations. Yet, they face long working hours, heavy non-teaching tasks, and inadequate pay. Beyond teaching, their workload includes curriculum planning, student assessment, parent communication, and extracurricular activities, leaving little time for personal or professional growth. Low salaries in many European countries further strain their financial well-being.
This project supports the European Sectoral Social Dialogue in Education (ESSDE) Work Programme 2024-2026 by equipping education trade unions to engage with employers on improving working conditions. Key priorities include fair pay, career prospects, contractual status, and work-life balance—essential steps to making teaching more attractive.