Extended Working Hours: Effect on Teachers' Performance

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The role of teachers in molding youth and contributing to national development cannot be undermined. Aside from imparting knowledge, instilling and strengthening values, and teaching skills to the people, teachers are tasked with preparing the youth to become responsible members of society. In this field, one can be worn out easily due to multiple tasks and long working hours. At present, overwork is one of the concerns of teachers in the field. This study determines the effect of extended working hours to the performance of teachers of public secondary schools at Padre Garcia District.

METHODS

The study used the descriptive method of research. This inquiry applied the descriptive measure to answer questions concerned with the present status of the research subject. Descriptive research methods are pretty much as they sound. They describe situations. They do not make accurate predictions and they do not determine cause and effect. This study utilized the survey and document analysis methods. In the survey method of research, participants answer questions administered through interviews or questionnaires. After participants answer the questions, researchers describe the responses given. This study applied the descriptive analytical design to determine the effect of extended working hours to the performance of teachers of public secondary schools at Padre Garcia District.

RESULTS

Overall, there is a positive attitude towards extended working hours based on the overall weighted mean of 2.55. However, the teachers disagree that working on extended working hours brings joy to them nor attending trainings and seminars during holidays or vacation, or on weekends. Teachers disagree that working on extended working hours gives extra compensation.

DISCUSSIONS

The result demonstrates the need to formulate a plan of action to lessen the work load of teachers. In managing and advising a class, a special teacher can be assigned to assist the adviser. Giving teachers time and opportunity to grow as professionals may also be considered. Teamwork was also viewed as an important part of having a good working environment. It is also important to address the needs of teachers in technology as aid in teaching their lessons.