Christopher J. Cormier
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Christopher J. Cormier's recent research focuses on the mental health of teachers across the United States. He has also conducted research on the underrepresentation of teachers of color in special education and the overrepresentation of minoritized students in special education, both domestically and internationally. He earned a Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and a Master of Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary.
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Stress, burnout, and mental health among teachers of color
Teaching in K-12 schools is stressful, as educators know and research documents. For example, Herman et al. (2020) found that 94% of middle school teachers reported high levels of stress. Although all teachers experience stress, minoritized teachers of color often experience unique stressors. Common examples include being asked to translate […] -
Sustaining your wellness for the long haul
As we approach the midpoint of this challenging school year, skyrocketing stress levels are understandable. But they don’t have to lead to burnout. On this webinar, presenters will discuss how to cope when your energy reserves are depleted but the challenges just keep coming. They will share strategies for caring […]
