ERIC Number: EJ1289332
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Publication Date: 2021
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Teacher Assistants Working with Students with Disability: The Role of Adaptability in Enhancing Their Workplace Wellbeing
Martin, Andrew J.; Strnadová, Iva; Nemec, Zbynek; Hájková, Vanda; Kvetonová, Lea
International Journal of Inclusive Education, v25 n5 p565-587 2021
There is much research into teachers' workplace wellbeing, but very little research investigating teacher assistants' wellbeing in the workplace -- especially those who work in classrooms where students with a disability are present. Research among teachers has identified adaptability as a key to their workplace wellbeing. Following this research, among a sample of 128 teacher assistants who work in classrooms where students with a disability are present, we explored four workplace wellbeing outcomes (workplace enjoyment, participation, self-concept, and motivation) and the role of adaptability in predicting these wellbeing outcomes. Hierarchical path analysis showed that teacher assistants who were adaptable demonstrated significantly higher workplace enjoyment, participation, self-concept, and motivation. Findings suggest workplace adaptability as a critical element of workplace wellbeing for teacher assistants who support students with disability.
Descriptors: Teacher Aides, Students with Disabilities, Work Environment, Well Being, Job Satisfaction, Participation, Self Concept, Motivation, Adjustment (to Environment), Predictor Variables, Psychological Patterns, Inclusion, Individual Characteristics, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Czech Republic
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