NEW NORMAL WORK-RELATED STRESSORS AND COPING MECHANISMS OF PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

Author Name: 1. Melissa Mae F. Masa

Volume/Issue: 06/05

Country: Philippines

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/10.2025-41297231/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Linasin Elementary School, San Marcelino District, Schools Division of Zambales, Philippines.

ABSTRACT

This study aimed to determine the new normal work-related stressors and coping mechanisms of public elementary school teachers in the San Marcelino District, Schools Division of Zambales, for the School Year 2021–2022. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive research method, data were gathered from 113 teachers through a structured survey. Results revealed that most respondents were female, aged 30–39, held the position of Teacher I, had 6–10 years of teaching experience, and possessed MA units. Teachers found their work moderately stressful, particularly in areas such as school head management practices, colleagues’ work attitudes, parent partnerships, and monitoring learners’ progress. They considered active coping, positive reframing, and emotional support as helpful, while substance use was least preferred. There were no significant differences in stress levels or coping mechanisms across demographic profiles, except for substance use, which varied by teaching experience. A very low but significant correlation existed between specific stressors and certain coping strategies. The findings emphasize the need for an action plan to help teachers effectively manage stress and strengthen adaptive coping mechanisms in the new normal education setting.

Key words: new normal, work-related stressors, coping mechanisms, public elementary school teachers