Problems That Mathematics Teachers Encounter in Science and Art Centers

This research was conducted to find out the problems faced by mathematics teachers at Science and Art Centers (SAC) in Turkey. In this research, case study was carried out as one of the qualitative research designs. The study group of the researchers constitutes 13 teachers who serve as mathematics teachers at SACs in different cities of Turkey in 2017-2018. Semi-structured interview form was used for the collection of research data. Content analysis technique was used for data analysis. While teachers are experiencing some content and suitability problems with the activities; they are also experiencing problems such as irrelevant/reluctant behavior, physical and mental tiredness, absenteeism, and inappropriate behavior with regard to students. Teachers have stated that there are some deficiencies in physical infrastructure and equipment of SAC. Teachers have stated that they have problems with the parents who do not know SAC’s purpose and administrative problems due to the uncertainty of supervisory. Teachers have also emphasized that they have problems with social, personal, and financial matters due to their working hours.