California facing over 2,300 teacher job losses

California is facing significant teacher layoffs, with over 2,300 school employees receiving notices due to budget cuts for the 2025-26 school year. The layoffs primarily affect credentialed staff, including teachers, nurses, and librarians. The layoffs stem from limited budgets, overstaffing, and declining enrollment, exacerbated by the expiration of federal pandemic relief funds. Some districts, like San Francisco, are offering retirement incentives to mitigate the impact of layoffs. While many layoff notices may be rescinded after further review, the situation has raised concerns about teacher recruitment and retention. The layoffs are particularly affecting areas already impacted by recent wildfires.