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Article : A STUDY ON OCCUPATIONAL STRESS OF HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Author Name : Dr. T. Sivasakthi Rajammal
Abstract : Occupational stress is a growing concern among higher secondary school teachers due to increasing academic workload, examination-oriented teaching, administrative responsibilities, and changing educational expectations. Teachers at the higher secondary level play a crucial role in preparing students for higher education and competitive examinations, which often places them under significant professional pressure. The present study aims to assess the level of occupational stress among higher secondary school teachers and to examine the influence of selected demographic variables on their stress levels. The study adopts a descriptive survey method, and the sample consists of 939 higher secondary school teachers, selected using a random sampling technique. Data are collected using a standardized occupational stress scale for teachers. Statistical techniques such as mean, standard deviation, t-test, and F-test (ANOVA) are employed to analyze the data. The results indicate that a considerable proportion of teachers experience moderate to high levels of occupational stress. Major sources of stress include heavy workload, time constraints, student behavior issues, administrative pressure, lack of institutional support, and role overload. The findings also reveal significant differences in occupational stress based on certain demographic variables such as gender, teaching experience, type of school, and subject specialization. The study emphasizes the need for effective stress management programs, supportive school leadership, and policy-level interventions to promote teachers’ psychological well-being. Reducing occupational stress among higher secondary school teachers is essential for enhancing job satisfaction, teaching effectiveness, and overall quality of education.
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