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Exploring teacher job satisfaction in five Latin American countries: A Multi-level analysis using TALIS 2018

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates teacher job satisfaction in Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil, using data from the 2018 Teaching and Learning International Survey. Through multi-level analysis, it examines individual and organizational factors influencing job satisfaction. Findings indicate that teacher cooperation and self-efficacy enhance job satisfaction, while workplace stress detracts from it. Positive teacher-student relationships and stakeholder involvement are identified as essential organizational factors. These results underscore the importance of supportive environments and collaborative practices in improving teacher well-being and retention. Implications for policy and practice are discussed, offering insights to boost job satisfaction and educational quality across diverse educational settings.

Source: International Journal of Educational Research Open

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijedro.2025.100516

Authors: Christian Lazcano, Sara Galilea, Stefanie Wenderoth, Armando Rojas, María Soledad Ortúzar

Institution: Universidad del Desarrollo

Language: English

Topic: Teacher Professional Development and Motivation

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,890