Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia
IntroductionWork-related burnout is a state of severe physical and mental fatigue and exhaustion resulting from unmanaged prolonged work stress. Kindergarten teachers are at higher risk of work-related burnout compared to other teaching professionals, due to their dual roles as both caregivers and e...
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| description | IntroductionWork-related burnout is a state of severe physical and mental fatigue and exhaustion resulting from unmanaged prolonged work stress. Kindergarten teachers are at higher risk of work-related burnout compared to other teaching professionals, due to their dual roles as both caregivers and educators for young children. The demands and stresses of these combined responsibilities, coupled with factors such as low salaries, contribute to an increased risk of burnout in this population. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate work-related burnout prevalence and associated factors among kindergarten teachers in Dessie City, Northeast Ethiopia.MethodsAn institution-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in March and April of 2024. A sample of 422 kindergarten teachers was recruited using simple random sampling techniques. A standardized, self-administered Copenhagen Burnout Inventory was utilized to measure work-related burnout. We used EpiData V4.6 and SPSS V26 for data entry and analysis, respectively. A bivariable logistic regression analysis (p-value < 0.2) was performed to find factors associated with work-related burnout. Variables found significant in the bivariable analysis were then exported into a multivariable logistic regression model to identify statistically significant variables at a p value < 0.05 and a 95% confidence interval.ResultsThe response rate was 95% (401/422). 97.5% of the participants were female, and the participants’ mean (standard deviation) age was 28.5 years (SD ± 5.8). In the past 6 months, the total prevalence of WRB was 39.7% [95% CI (34.8, 44.6)]. Work–family conflicts [AOR: 2.81; 95% CI (1.77, 4.45)], working conditions [AOR: 1.63; 95% CI (1.03, 2.56)], perceived stress [AOR: 1.91; 95% CI (1.21, 3.01)], job dissatisfaction [AOR: 1.75, 95% CI (1.10, 2.79)], and kindergarten type [AOR: 1.66; 95% CI (1.02, 2.68)] were factors significantly associated with WRB.ConclusionAccording to this study, a significant number of kindergarten teachers were affected by burnout due to their working nature. To address this issue, interventions focused at reducing work–family conflicts, increasing job satisfaction, and improving the school environment are necessary to support teachers’ well-being, benefiting both young students and the broader educational landscape. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9fcd821bc2d748b1aca4e0b0c57979182025-01-21T15:17:55ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Public Health2296-25652025-01-011210.3389/fpubh.2024.14535041453504Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in EthiopiaAnmut Endalkachew Bezie0Girum Tareke Zewude1Amensisa Hailu Tesfaye2Amensisa Hailu Tesfaye3Asmare Asrat Yirdaw4Alebachew Bitew Abie5Giziew Abere6Department of Occupational Health and Safety, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, EthiopiaDepartment of Psychology, Wollo University, Dessie, EthiopiaDepartment of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, EthiopiaInstitute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaDepartment of Environmental Health, College of Medicine and Health Science, Arba Minch University, Arba Minch, EthiopiaDepartment of Environmental Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, EthiopiaDepartment of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, EthiopiaIntroductionWork-related burnout is a state of severe physical and mental fatigue and exhaustion resulting from unmanaged prolonged work stress. Kindergarten teachers are at higher risk of work-related burnout compared to other teaching professionals, due to their dual roles as both caregivers and educators for young children. The demands and stresses of these combined responsibilities, coupled with factors such as low salaries, contribute to an increased risk of burnout in this population. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate work-related burnout prevalence and associated factors among kindergarten teachers in Dessie City, Northeast Ethiopia.MethodsAn institution-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in March and April of 2024. A sample of 422 kindergarten teachers was recruited using simple random sampling techniques. A standardized, self-administered Copenhagen Burnout Inventory was utilized to measure work-related burnout. We used EpiData V4.6 and SPSS V26 for data entry and analysis, respectively. A bivariable logistic regression analysis (p-value < 0.2) was performed to find factors associated with work-related burnout. Variables found significant in the bivariable analysis were then exported into a multivariable logistic regression model to identify statistically significant variables at a p value < 0.05 and a 95% confidence interval.ResultsThe response rate was 95% (401/422). 97.5% of the participants were female, and the participants’ mean (standard deviation) age was 28.5 years (SD ± 5.8). In the past 6 months, the total prevalence of WRB was 39.7% [95% CI (34.8, 44.6)]. Work–family conflicts [AOR: 2.81; 95% CI (1.77, 4.45)], working conditions [AOR: 1.63; 95% CI (1.03, 2.56)], perceived stress [AOR: 1.91; 95% CI (1.21, 3.01)], job dissatisfaction [AOR: 1.75, 95% CI (1.10, 2.79)], and kindergarten type [AOR: 1.66; 95% CI (1.02, 2.68)] were factors significantly associated with WRB.ConclusionAccording to this study, a significant number of kindergarten teachers were affected by burnout due to their working nature. To address this issue, interventions focused at reducing work–family conflicts, increasing job satisfaction, and improving the school environment are necessary to support teachers’ well-being, benefiting both young students and the broader educational landscape.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1453504/fullwork-related burnoutkindergarten teachersburnoutchildrenEthiopia |
| spellingShingle | Anmut Endalkachew Bezie Girum Tareke Zewude Amensisa Hailu Tesfaye Amensisa Hailu Tesfaye Asmare Asrat Yirdaw Alebachew Bitew Abie Giziew Abere Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia Frontiers in Public Health work-related burnout kindergarten teachers burnout children Ethiopia |
| title | Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia |
| title_full | Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia |
| title_fullStr | Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia |
| title_full_unstemmed | Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia |
| title_short | Work-related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers: a multi-center cross-sectional study in Ethiopia |
| title_sort | work related burnout and its associated factors among kindergarten teachers a multi center cross sectional study in ethiopia |
| topic | work-related burnout kindergarten teachers burnout children Ethiopia |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1453504/full |
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