# Teacher shortages and logistics in Corfu

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/teacher-shortages-and-logistics-in-corfu
> Updated: 2026-08-24T07:22:46.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In Corfu, the Secondary Teachers' Association (ELME) has reported critical staffing shortages ahead of the new school year. The association identified 201 functional vacancies across general and special education, a figure expected to increase once classes commence. ELME has called for immediate coverage of these positions and warned against using class mergers or reductions to address the deficit.

In response to broader logistical needs, the Corfu Regional Unit has also initiated a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to manage student transportation for the 2026-2027 through 2028-2029 academic years. This electronic procurement process remains open to eligible entities until August 31, 2029.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Corfu faces teacher shortages and new student transport procurement

Corfu faces educational challenges as the Regional Unit implements a new student transport procurement system while teachers warn of 201 critical staffing vacancies.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/corfu-faces-teacher-shortages-and-new-student-transport-procurement

### 2026-08-17: Fenprof warns teacher placements fail to meet school needs

Fenprof warns that recent teacher placements in Portugal rely heavily on internal mobility rather than new hires, failing to address long-term staffing needs and regional shortages.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fenprof-warns-teacher-placements-fail-to-meet-school-needs

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