A comparative phenomenological study between public and private school teachers' work-life experiences in Laguna during the Covid-19 pandemic

Date

6-2023

Academic Strand

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Strand

Adviser

Neil Clark V. Abelido and Elisa SJ. Onal

Principal

Mabel S. Buela

Abstract

Due to the situation during the pandemic and the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) on Emerging Infectious Diseases implementing strict quarantine measures, the Work From Home System was utilized by educational institutions. Working from home offers advantages and disadvantages to teachers. It enables them to continue teaching their students despite not being able to see each other physically, however, changes are needed, especially in the way classes are taught. This research study aims to describe the teachers' circumstances and better understand how the selected public and private school teachers from Laguna balance their work and life during the pandemic. This study focused on comparing the experiences of public and private school educators during the different learning setups, identifying factors that affect the work-life balance of public and private school educators, and identifying the coping mechanisms used by the teachers while managing their time and adjusting to their current setup. The researchers utilized a phenomenological study qualitative approach to gather and analyze the thoughts and experiences of public and private school teachers

during the pandemic and how their work-life balance was affected. Purposive non- probability sampling was used in selecting the participants. To gather the data needed, an

estimated 45 minutes to one-hour online one-on-one interview was conducted per participant. Not only the teachers’ work and teaching experiences were affected during the pandemic, but also their personal lives and routines. It shows that the work and life of teachers were not balanced and had no clear boundary between their roles as a teacher and as an individual. They were concerned with a lot of things, thus affecting them physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. Teachers need support and proper management of their work and personal lives to improve the country’s quality of education, especially during this pandemic.

Language

English

LC Subject

Capstone

Location

University of the Philippines Rural High School

Document Type

Capstone

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