Job Satisfaction, Organizational Commitment and Career Aspiration of Public Secondary School Teachers

This study examined the influence between job satisfaction, organizational commitment and career aspiration among secondary school teachers in the Department of Education (DepED). Driven by the hesitation of teachers to seek higher career roles, the research investigated whether job satisfaction and organizational commitment correlate with recognition; leadership goals; and pursuit for higher education. The study employed a descriptive-correlational design. Data was gathered through online survey questionnaires. The statistical tools utilized in this study were mean, standard deviation, Pearson’s r and multiple regression analysis. Results indicated high levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment as well as career aspiration. Further, job satisfaction and organizational commitment were found to have moderate positive correlation with career aspiration. Furthermore, multiple regression analysis revealed that both job satisfaction and organizational commitment influence career aspiration. Thus, the high levels of job satisfaction, organizational commitment and career aspiration indicate teachers who are fulfilled, loyal and motivated to grow within DepED. Moreover, job satisfaction and organizational commitment only contribute to a small variability in career aspiration. Other factors may be investigated.

Educational management, job satisfaction, organizational commitment

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