Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 44 no. 8 (2025)

Working Condition and Job Satisfaction among Teachers

Gennie Alipin Balusan | Aida Selecios

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to determine the level of working condition and job satisfaction among teachers in Kadingilan I District, Division of Bukidnon, S.Y 2024-2025. Specifically, this study sought to determine the level of the teachers’ working condition in terms of teacher to learner interaction, teacher to teacher interaction, teacher to school Head interaction and job satisfaction as to personal, organizational, working environment and work itself factor. This study used a descriptive-correlational method of research to provide a robust framework for exploring the relationship between working conditions and job satisfaction. Also, five Likert scale was used in interpreting the data. Mean and standard deviation were used to determine the level of working condition and job satisfaction and Pearson r ProductMoment Correlation Coefficient or Pearson r was utilized to find out the significant relationship between working conditions and job satisfaction. The result revealed that the level of the teachers’ working condition in terms of teacher to learner interaction, teacher to teacher interaction and teacher to school Head interaction is very high level. Moreover, the level of the job satisfaction as to personal, organizational, working environment and work itself factor, indicating as very high level. The result revealed that there is a significant relationship between the teachers working condition and their job satisfaction. These suggest that schools should continue promoting open communication, professional development programs, and collaborative activities. Regular team-building exercises, mentorship programs, and leadership training can strengthen relationships among teachers, students, and school heads. Additionally, school administrators should provide continuous support and resources to maintain this positive work environment, ensuring long-term educational success.



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