Constructing a model of the factors related to the job wellbeing of preschool teachers in China
A grounded theory study
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22087261 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Liying Nong (Hezhou University), Li-Ying Nong, Chen Liao (Hezhou University), Jian‐Hong Ye (0000-0003-2356-4952, Beijing Normal University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Pages | 1497629-1497629 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-15 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Frontiers in Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2296-2565 • E-ISSN: 2296-2565 |
| Publisher | Frontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1497629 |
| PMID | 39882117 |
| OpenAlex | W4406407078 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 69 |
Introduction: As educational management research evolves, leadership styles are increasingly recognized as crucial managerial skills. Among various leadership approaches, empowering leadership has been found to significantly enhance employee job performance and satisfaction. However, there is limited research exploring the relationship between empowering leadership and the job wellbeing of preschool teachers in the educational sector. Methods: This study examines the relationship between empowering leadership and preschool teachers' job wellbeing using the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 preschool teachers and 12 kindergarten leaders in China. The qualitative data collected were analyzed using grounded theory to identify themes and construct a systematic model. Results: The findings suggest that empowering leadership of kindergarten principals is positively related to preschool teachers' job wellbeing. This relationship is mediated through stress pathways, such as work pressure and burnout, as well as through enhanced organizational support and a positive work environment. Furthermore, empowering leadership influences teachers' personal motivation and work engagement, which in turn impacts their job wellbeing. Discussion: The study highlights the importance of empowering leadership in improving preschool teachers' wellbeing. By addressing stress factors, enhancing organizational support, and promoting personal motivation, empowering leadership can foster a more supportive and engaging work environment. These findings have practical implications for leadership practices in early childhood education settings
China · Developmental psychology · Geography · Grounded theory · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Early Childhood Education and Development · Job Satisfaction and Organizational Behavior · Medicine · Psychology · Teacher Education and Leadership Studies
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| Unique citing works | 3 |
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| Citations per year | 3 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 3 |