ABSTRACT
The study was conducted to identify the stress associated factors that affect the teachers in San Jose District and furthermore aims to propose for a comprehensive stress management plan. This utilized a descriptive research method and involved the processes of description, analysis, interpretation, and data recording. For the course of the study, the researcher maximized the use of a two-part research questionnaire comprising the profile of the respondents and the stress associated factors that affect the teachers. Questionnaires have been validated and were disseminated to the respondents through online link via Google Forms. The respondents of the study were two hundred (200) public elementary teachers within the District of San Jose, Batangas.
Through the context of the findings of the study, it has been identified that most of the teachers within the district were mid-aged. Also, most of the teachers were female who were in the service for 6-10 years. The researcher was able to conclude that stress associated factors such as job demand, family problem, managerial support, peer support, relationships, teachers’ role, and changes at work affect the teachers in the District of San Jose, Batangas. The study also concluded that there was a significant difference on the perceived causes of stress of the teachers when grouped according to their profile variable.
On the other hand, the study led into the proposal of varied projects initially concerned to improve the well-being of teachers and lessen stressors of teachers, leading to a more effective and efficient instructional delivery and school-related functions.
Keywords: stress management, teachers, job demand, family problem, managerial support, peer support, relationships, teachers’ role, changes