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The role of the Floating Teacher on Managing Teacher Absenteeism in Educational Contexts

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No. 15 (2025): Julio-diciembre
https://doi.org/10.5354/2452-5014.2025.80028
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The increasing teacher shortage is a global concern impacting educational quality. In Chile, the Ministry of Education (Mineduc) projects a shortfall of over 25,000 teachers by 2025, exacerbated by teacher absenteeism, which refers to temporary or prolonged teacher absences due to medical leave, administrative permits, or unplanned absences. This study examines the role of the floating teacher as an emerging solution to ensure pedagogical continuity in diverse educational contexts. Using a qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 participants, including administrators, floating teachers, and community members. Document analysis complemented the data collection, and triangulation was employed to validate the findings. Results highlighted successful practices such as proactive planning and adaptability while identifying challenges like administrative overload and lack of formal recognition. These findings support proposals to legitimize and enhance the floating teacher's role, addressing its limitations and strengthening pedagogical continuity in educational systems.

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teacher shortage , floating teacher , teacher absenteeism , pedagogical continuity
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Hormazábal Soto, A. del C. ., Rodríguez Pacheco, M. ., & Suárez Cinto , M. (2025). The role of the Floating Teacher on Managing Teacher Absenteeism in Educational Contexts. Revista Saberes Educativos, (15), 1–27. https://doi.org/10.5354/2452-5014.2025.80028
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Revista Saberes Educativos
Facultad de Filosofía y Humanidades
Universidad de Chile
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