Philippine E-Journals

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SELF-EFFICACY AND WORK ENGAGEMENT AMONG TEACHERS

Grethel L. Mejia | Shari Dajac | Maureen G. Dotig | Abby Gayle Q. Romantico | Joshua G. Sanmocte | Alethea Patricia Del Castillo

 

Abstract:

Work engagement entails positive outcomes to the employees’ personal development in the organization. This study intends to assess the relationship of self-efficacy and work engagement of teaching personnel, recognizing their significant role in educational institutions. The sample consisted of 375 teachers around the National Capital Region and data were collected through an online survey questionnaire. General Self-efficacy Scale and Utrecht Work Engagement Scale were utilized as the measuring instruments for the study. The relationship between self-efficacy and work engagement were analyzed using correlational analysis and results of the study indicated that there is a positive significant relationship between self-efficacy and work engagement among teachers. The researchers recommend similar studies in various fields of work to further the study on self-efficacy and work engagement.