Time Management Practices of Teachers in Public Junior High Schools at Division of Batangas: Basis for Faculty Development Plan

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Working as a teacher requires excellent time management skills. The said time management practices, if properly used by the teachers will directly reduce stress and make them more productive. Aside from that, effective time management boosts an individual's morale and makes him confident. As a result, individuals accomplish tasks within the stipulated time frame, making their life improved and balance not only in their organization as well as amongst their peers and family.

METHODS

The researcher utilized the mixed method research design through the self-constructed questionnaire and interview to gather the needed information. The research believed that by mixing both quantitative and qualitative research and data, she could be able to gain in breadth and depth of understanding and corroboration, while offsetting the weaknesses inherent to using each approach by itself.

RESULTS

In the light of the important findings revealed in this study, the following conclusions were drawn: Majority of the respondents were 29-35 years old, female, married, and stayed in the service for 6-10 years. Further, they have not yet attended seminars or trainings regarding time management; The respondents practiced scheduling, goal setting, prioritizing task, managing paperwork, and managing interruptions to manage their time; A significant relationship exists between the respondents' profile and their assessed time management practices; Excessive paperwork and reports is a challenge met by the teachers in managing their time; and lastly, the designed training development plan to enhance the time management of the respondents must be fully executed for efficient delivery of service.

DISCUSSIONS

Faculty may be encouraged to use the findings of this work to improve their time management specifically scheduling, goal setting, prioritizing, managing paperwork and interruptions. Being time conscious in doing difficult activities is suggested. Further, teachers may be encouraged to prepare schedule or plans and provide list of things to do to develop the habit of managing time.