Houston, TX — November 3, 2025 — The 2025 Global Teacher Insights Report, issued today by Vivi, confirms that human connection remains the most important factor in teacher success, which drives greater student academic success.
Among nearly 2,000 teachers worldwide, 85% identified strong teacher–student relationships and active engagement as the two most influential factors in their sense of success. Once this relationship is established, teachers say they are better able to engage students with high-quality, personalized instruction, which leaves teachers feeling more confident, satisfied, and happy in their roles.
Knowing that strong relationships with students are vital for successful teaching, 72% of teachers proactively spend time on activities that foster deeper connections and engage students through innovative instructional methods. Additionally 64% say the benefit of strong relationships extends beyond the classroom, helping teachers feel more connected to their peers and the broader school community. This sense of belonging, combined with meaningful student relationships, is essential for creating inspiring learning environments and contributes to teachers’ overall sense of success.
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of teachers associate their success with observing clear student progress, emphasizing that they see success as ongoing improvements and momentum rather than just final outcomes. Moreover, 42% of teachers pointed to effective classroom management practices and tools as essential to their success.
“What stands out in this year’s findings is how teachers define success through student progress and daily connection—not final results alone,” said Natalie Mactier, CEO of Vivi. “When teachers can see learning unfold in real time, their confidence grows. It’s a reminder that confidence in teaching comes from seeing students respond, engage, and progress each day. When schools make space for that kind of connection, teachers feel more effective—and students thrive.”
Among the study participants, teachers who used Vivi reported greater confidence in engaging students across various areas compared to their peers who did not use the platform. Specifically, they felt more equipped to: 1) connect with difficult students, 2) encourage critical thinking, 3) engage unmotivated students, 4) help students appreciate the value of learning, and 5) assist families in supporting their children’s academic success. Additionally, teachers who utilized Vivi were more likely to describe themselves as “extremely successful.”
“Technology can create the conditions for more interaction—freeing teachers to move, circulate, and respond in the moment,” said Juliana Finegan, Vice President of Educator Experience at Vivi. “The data suggests that when tech strengthens those human dynamics, teachers feel more successful and more confident and empowered to innovate, iterate, and fail forward.”
Research analysis and focus group feedback indicate that School leaders play a crucial role in fostering teacher success. Some specific actions leaders should take include: invest in tools and technology that foster human connection, spark joy, strengthen culture, and make communication feel personal; equip teachers with tools that enable collaboration, peer learning, and student voice; and ensure learning environments support flexibility so that teachers can move, interact to be fully present with students
“Our study clearly shows that when technology aligns with teaching goals, teachers feel more empowered – and students thrive,” said Finegan.
About the 2025 Global Teacher Insights Report
Vivi’s 2025 Global Teacher Insights Report is an international survey conducted in partnership with FullScale (formerly Th\e Learning Accelerator). The 2025 study reflects responses from 1,783 teachers across the U.S., U.K., Australia, and New Zealand, as well as qualitative focus group interviews. The findings provide education leaders with a clear roadmap—an index of insights to guide decisions on supporting teachers and strengthening instruction. To download the full report, please visit this page.
About Vivi
Vivi is the essential operating system for connected learning spaces. With features like wireless screen mirroring, digital signage, announcements, and emergency alerts, Vivi keeps every student and staff member engaged, informed, and safe through real-time classroom and campus communication. Used in more than 160,000 classrooms worldwide, Vivi helps schools keep students connected, empower teachers, streamline communication, and improve safety—using the tools and infrastructure they already have. Learn more at: www.vivi.io
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