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Early retirement for teachers in Rostov region

405 teachers have retired early since the beginning of 2024

The teachers were able to retire early due to a new law that allows teachers with at least 25 years of experience to retire early

The new law was passed in December 2023 and came into effect on January 1, 2024. The law allows teachers with at least 25 years of experience to retire early, regardless of their age.

In order to qualify for early retirement, teachers must have worked in a public school for at least 20 of their 25 years of experience. They must also have a clean disciplinary record and must not have been convicted of a felony.

The new law is expected to help address the teacher shortage in Rostov region. The region has been facing a shortage of teachers for several years, and the new law is expected to make it easier for schools to attract and retain qualified teachers.

The new law is also expected to have a positive impact on the economy of Rostov region. The early retirement of teachers will free up jobs for younger teachers, who are more likely to be willing to work in rural areas and in low-income schools.

The new law is a welcome development for teachers in Rostov region. The law will allow teachers to retire early with dignity and will help to address the teacher shortage in the region.