The research conducted in this study sought to better understand the factors that influence the decisions of teachers to remain in Title I Elementary (K-5) schools. This research is critical to school district retention plans in order to better provide consistent and quality education to students. Through a combination of surveys, interviews, and a focus group, participants at Title I schools provided their perspectives on the factors that led to their decision to remain at a Title I school. Participants in the study had more than three years of experience in education and more than three years of experience at the specific school site. Participant responses provided insight on the reasons that they remained at their school and were assessed to determine commonalities. A phenomenological approach was used to determine commonalities and trends that influence teachers' decisions to remain in Title I schools. Previous empirical literature was reviewed to understand common factors such as; leadership style, work environment, and financial incentives that have already been identified as influencing teacher decisions with regard to retention and this study sought to identify additional factors that are influential to current teachers in low-income Title I schools. The data collected in this study confirmed findings in previous studies and resulted in 5 major findings that teachers identified as influential on their decision to remain at their current Title I school site: mutual trust between teachers and school leadership; a leader's ability to develop teachers; connections between colleagues; shared beliefs and values; and recognition and affirmation from non-teachers in the school community. In addition to the major findings presented, 2 minor findings were identified: state standardized testing impedes teaching and learning, and school grades are an added and undue stress. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]