Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Ward Secondary School Teachers In Mwanza Region: A Case Of Magu District

ABSTRACT

This study sought to assess the factors influencing job satisfaction among ward secondary school teachers in Magu District in Mwanza. The objectives of this study were to identify factors influencing job satisfaction among ward secondary school teachers, to find out the current job satisfaction level of secondary school teachers in Magu District and to examine challenges facing teachers on working place in ward secondary schools. A sample of 65 respondents was used and these were randomly obtained from the studied area. The methods used in data collection were interview, questionnaire and documentary review. The statistical package for social science (SPSS Version 16) was used for management of data and analysis. The findings indicate that there are many complaints among ward secondary school teachers based on working and living conditions, a very poor remuneration, promotions and irregular salary payments, lack of proper housing and inadequate teaching materials. The working conditions, human resource management and remuneration to be the key factors influencing job satisfaction among secondary school teachers are significantly important in order to influence job satisfaction among secondary school teachers. Additionally, the study concluded that the capitation grants provided by the government should be appropriate and released on time so as to facilitate the school activities and also teachers should be involved in planning and decision making. Eventually, the study recommends that the establishment of ward secondary schools should go hand in hand with the improvement of school infrastructures by building modern classes, toilets, libraries, laboratories, teaching and non-teaching staff houses and sports grounds according to the needs of every school. The government, private sector and other partners should ensure that there is availability of all teaching and learning materials