Cimahi, West Java— The Influence of
Workload and Physical Work Environment on Teacher Job Satisfaction at SMK XYZ.
This research was conducted by Vuvuy Wulan Dewi and Dian Lestari from the
Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, Jenderal Achmad
Yani University, in a scientific article published in the East Asian Journal
of Multidisciplinary Research (EAJMR) in 2026.
Research conducted by Vuvuy Wulan Dewi
and Dian Lestari revealed that teachers' job satisfaction does not only depend
on individual motivation, but also on the balance between job demands and
comfortable work environment conditions.
Teacher
job satisfaction and challenges in the field
Based on
school administration data analyzed by researchers, the teacher attendance rate
at SMK XYZ has increased throughout 2025. Within a few months, the absenteeism
rate was in the high category, which is often an indicator of job
dissatisfaction.
Researchers
found that many teachers face complex workloads, including high teaching hours,
administrative tasks, as well as additional responsibilities such as being
homeroom teachers or performing school managerial functions. This condition
makes some teachers have to complete work outside of working hours.
In
addition, the condition of the physical work environment is also a challenge.
Some classes still use open spaces due to limited facilities, while the
distribution of air conditioning is not even. High ambient temperatures and
suboptimal ventilation also affect the comfort of the teaching and learning
process.
Workload
isn't always negative
Interestingly,
this study found that workload can actually have a positive impact on job
satisfaction if managed properly. A workload that matches an individual's
abilities provides a sense of accomplishment and professional meaning.
The
results of the analysis showed that workload had a positive and significant
influence on teacher job satisfaction. This emphasizes that it is not the
number of tasks alone that determines satisfaction, but how the tasks are
organized and supported by the school management.
However,
the researcher also noted that the use of working time is an aspect that needs
to be improved. Many teachers feel that their working time is not optimal so
that work is often carried to the home.
Physical
environment is a dominant factor.
In
addition to the workload, the physical work environment has been shown to have
a strong influence on teacher job satisfaction. Aspects such as lighting, air
ventilation, workspace safety, and learning facilities play a direct role in
creating a sense of comfort and safety while working.
Respondents'
assessments show that classroom lighting is the best aspect, while odor
management and air circulation still need to be improved. Comfortable physical
environment conditions help teachers improve concentration, productivity, and
emotional well-being.
The study
also found that positive perceptions of the physical work environment
correlated with higher levels of job satisfaction.
Three key
findings of the study
The study
noted several key findings related to the relationship between workload,
physical work environment, and teacher job satisfaction:
- A proportionate workload increases job satisfaction when it
matches the individual's capacity.
- A comfortable and safe physical work environment has a
significant influence on teacher well-being and satisfaction.
- The combination of the two factors was able to explain about
71.9 percent of the variation in job satisfaction, showing a strong
influence.
These
findings confirm that teachers' job satisfaction is the result of the
interaction between job demands and the quality of the work environment, not
influenced by one factor alone.
Implications
for the world of education
The
results of the study provide an important message for school managers and
education policymakers. Improving teacher job satisfaction is not enough with
administrative policies alone, but requires a comprehensive approach that
includes workload management and improvement of physical facilities.
The researchers
recommend several strategic steps, including:
1.
Prepare a more proportionate and efficient
teacher work schedule.
2.
Reduce excessive administrative burden through
a better work management system.
3.
Improving the quality of physical facilities
such as ventilation, air conditioning, and cleanliness of the school
environment.
4.
Provide time management training for teachers
so that assignments can be completed effectively.
Author
profile
Vuvuy Wulan Dewi –Faculty of Economics and
Business, Jenderal Achmad Yani University.
Dian Lestari – Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, Jenderal Achmad Yani University.
Research
source
Dewi, V. W., & Lestari, D. (2026).
The Influence of Workload and Physical Work Environment on Teacher Job
Satisfaction at SMK XYZ.
East Asian
Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (EAJMR), Vol. 5
No. 2, pp. 403–416.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v5i2.7
Official URL : https://journaleajmr.my.id/index.php/eajmr
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