Job satisfaction in english language teaching; Teachers' experiences

Abstract

This research entitled Job Satisfaction in English Language Teaching: Teachers’ Experiences explored the motivating and demotivating factors affecting Job satisfaction of English language teachers. A narrative research design was employed to achieve the objectives of the study. The sample consisted of three secondary-level English language teachers from Ilam District who were selected through purposive non-random sampling method. Data were collected through indepth interviews and analyzed qualitatively using thematic analysis approach. The findings indicated that teachers are influenced by both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors. Teachers with intrinsic motivation often sustain their enthusiasm through a personal passion for learning, respect and prestige and financial stability. Conversely, those who bear the responsibility of supporting their families tend to feel demotivated. While some teachers' express satisfaction with government-provided facilities, many remain dissatisfied with broader aspects of their professional environment. The reason of their dissatisfaction include limited government support for professional development, inadequate student engagement, and challenges related to school staff behavior and administrative practices. These factors contribute to a general sense of dissatisfaction among educators, despite the availability of certain infrastructural resources. This thesis comprises five chapters, each divided into specific sections and subsections. The first chapter includes the background of the study, problem statement, research objectives, research questions, significance of the study, delimitations, and operational definition of key terms. The second chapter presents relevant theoretical and empirical literature, their implications for the study, and the conceptual framework. The third chapter outlines the research methods and procedures carrying this study. The fourth chapter consists of analysis and of data. The fifth chapter summarizes the findings, conclusions, and recommendations. The thesis concludes with references and appendices.